81: Miraculous medicine - Blood Ganoderma, the tribe's thoughts

Perhaps the Thirteen Grand Protectors of the Sui and Tang dynasties were too famous.

So, no matter where, as long as there was a hint of the underworld and capable fighters, a 'Thirteen Grand Protectors' would always emerge.

The clan was no exception.

When Yang Dian was studying, he often heard those 'spirited young men' who didn't study well say, "I know such-and-such Grand Protector; he's so-and-so, my relative, and he's making a living in such-and-such a place."

From an adult's perspective, their posturing was simply hilarious.

But he never expected that the joke would come true.

His clan actually had a Thirteen Grand Protectors... Third Uncle covered his forehead awkwardly when he saw Yang Dian's expression:

"The younger generation is ignorant; they just spread rumors."

"We've never acknowledged this."

"Besides, we're not like those Gang members; we do legitimate business."

'What legitimate business starts with one or two hundred guns?'

While grumbling inwardly, Yang Dian shook his head at Third Uncle's expectant gaze:

"Third Uncle, I'm not going outside."

"I want to avenge our ancestors, but the time isn't right yet."

"Although the Qi Revival has occurred, and Mutant incidents are increasing, the world is still largely stable."

"Indonesia is backed by England and America."

"Once we make a big move in Indonesia, they will definitely intervene."

"I believe that during this period, we shouldn't focus on revenge, but rather on improving our strength."

"heaven and earth treasures, extraordinary items, ancient Martial Arts Secret Manuals, Spirit Medicine, Spirit Fruits, and even various Mutant creatures are what we should be focusing on."

"Once we are strong, what revenge cannot be exacted?"

"I'm doing well in the Special Administration Bureau, and my relationship with Professor Shen of the Fuzhou Paranormal Management Bureau's research institute is also good."

"Staying in the Special Administration Bureau, backed by the great tree of China, is the only way I can ensure my strength continues to improve rapidly."

Hearing that Yang Dian was unwilling to go abroad, Third Uncle seemed a bit disappointed but didn't say anything.

After all, what Yang Dian said made sense.

So, he changed the subject:

"It's fine if you don't go abroad. As one of the only two Awakened in the clan, and the only ancient Martial Artist in the country,"

"Can you teach others in the clan to Cultivate Martial Arts?"

"Of course, the clan won't let you work for nothing."

"All the Martial Arts Secret Manuals collected by the clan will be open to you."

"You'll also receive a monthly subsidy of 100,000 yuan."

"You just need to guide the clan members in your spare time."

As he spoke, he waved to Fifth Uncle.

Seeing this, Fifth Uncle placed the wooden box he had been carrying on the table.

He slid open the lid of the wooden box, and a ganoderma lucidum, about the size of a teacup, entirely blood-jade colored, with fine concentric patterns on its surface, appeared before Yang Dian's eyes.

"This is a Spirit Medicine, the Blood Spirit Ganoderma, which the clan obtained from Indonesia."

"It's the clan's reward for you becoming an Awakened and an ancient Martial Artist."

After looking at the Blood Spirit Ganoderma, which exuded a rich medicinal fragrance, Yang Dian's gaze fell on the eagerly watching Third Uncle:

"Third Uncle, how many people in the clan are currently Cultivating Martial Arts?"

Third Uncle spread his hands:

"Excluding your family, none at all."

Seeing Yang Dian's look of surprise, he sighed helplessly:

"Ancient Martial Arts are not that easy to Cultivate."

"Without a Master's hands-on guidance, what can one Cultivate with just a Secret Manual?"

"Practicing would be a waste of effort; it's better not to."

"Then why not call an ancient Martial Artist back?"

Hearing Yang Dian's question, Third Uncle sighed deeply again:

"We also wanted to call people back."

"But the problem is, it's not possible."

"You weren't wrong when you said they were the Thirteen Grand Protectors earlier."

"They all have lives on their hands and can't pass customs."

"Even if they smuggled themselves back, they would be arrested if reported."

At this moment, Yang Dian finally had a direct understanding of Lin Mo's words a few days ago: 'In Min River, three parts are destined by heaven, seven parts depend on hard work.'

They truly dared to fight and strive!

Reaching out to close the box, Yang Dian nodded:

"I was already going to teach my Yang's Parents to Cultivate Martial Arts; teaching one is teaching, and teaching two is also teaching."

"Whoever wants to Cultivate Martial Arts, tell them to go to the mudflats tomorrow morning..."

"No rush for that."

Third Uncle waved his hand, interrupting Yang Dian:

"To Cultivate Martial Arts, one needs Cultivation Techniques and resources."

"We have Cultivation Techniques and have prepared many resources, but it will still take a lot of time to get everything fully operational."

"If we truly want to spread Martial Arts within the clan, it will take at least half a month."

As he spoke, Third Uncle looked at Sixth Uncle.

Sixth Uncle opened his old-fashioned phone and said a few words. Soon after, two burly men Yang Dian had never seen before carried in a large box, placing it on the ground without a word.

After the two men left, Third Uncle explained to Yang Dian:

"They are A-Long and A-Hu, twins, clan members born in Indonesia. They are naturally mute and cannot speak."

"They've practiced some Martial Arts, but haven't truly started. They don't have lives on their hands, and the clan needed manpower, so we arranged for them to come back."

After speaking, he squatted down and patted the wooden box on the ground:

"All the Martial Arts we've collected over the years are here."

"There's the common 'Five Animal Frolics,' 'Eight Extremes Great Spear' for spear users, and some that we can't even make sense of."

"Anyway, there's everything, real and fake."

"We haven't practiced Martial Arts, so we don't know which ones are good."

"Oh, and some clan members who are working abroad have also secretly sent back some foreign Cultivation Secret Manuals."

"However, those Secret Manuals are just a string of gibberish; we can't understand them either."

"They're all inside, all handed over to you."

Looking at the half-human-tall box on the ground, Yang Dian rubbed his nose, feeling a bit exasperated.

So, the half-month preparation time Third Uncle spoke of wasn't for them.

It was for him.

Reaching out to open the box, Yang Dian looked at the somewhat aged books inside, then stood up and nodded to Third Uncle:

"I understand, Third Uncle."

"I'll read through these carefully in the next couple of days and try to find a few Martial Arts suitable for the clan members to build their foundation."

"Hearing you say that, I'm relieved."

Third Uncle stood up and glanced at the already cold dishes in the kitchen:

"Haven't had dinner yet, have you?"

After asking, he didn't wait for Yang Dian's answer, and, leaning on his cane, walked towards the door on his own:

"Speaking of which, we've disturbed your family's dinner. We old men won't be an eyesore here anymore."

"Young Yang, let me know once you're ready, and I'll make the arrangements then..."

With that, he took Fifth Uncle and Sixth Uncle and left the house.

The family went out to see the three clan elders out of the courtyard. Once they returned inside, Yang Lele finally spoke:

"Brother, are you really going to teach the clan members to Cultivate Martial Arts?"

Yang Dian pulled with one hand, forming a hand seal on the wooden box containing the Secret Manuals, while also hoisting the box, which required two strong men to move, onto his shoulder:

"Why wouldn't I teach them?"

"Have you forgotten how the clan helped us raise medical fees, contacted doctors at major hospitals, and busied themselves looking after Dad when he was sick back then?"

"The clan has never wronged us; in fact, they've been kind to my family."

"And now they're giving Spirit Medicine, giving money, and generously placing all the Martial Arts Secret Manuals collected over the years before me."

"It's just asking me to guide clan members in Cultivating Martial Arts in my spare time; why wouldn't I do it?"

After speaking, Yang Dian turned to Yang's Parents and greeted them:

"Dad, Mom, I'm going upstairs to look at the Secret Manuals first."

"Call me when dinner's ready..."

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