I Have A Martial Dao World

Chapter 211 Jingyuan Ship commander

Li Pei vigorously rubbed his face and said, "Young Master Lu, take your two sisters and leave quickly. I need to hurry back to the capital to support my father."

Lu Yao sincerely suggested, "If it's not feasible, don't insist on going back to face certain death. You might as well flee far away and lay low."

Li Pei, feeling the genuine concern from the other party, feigned nonchalance and said:

"You need not worry, Young Master. I was too anxious earlier. Now that I've calmed down and thought it over, The Empress Dowager won't kill my father.

And with master around, my life is surely without worries. Even a Great Grandmaster in the Golden Body Realm can't catch up to Master's movement techniques~"

"That's good to hear." Lu Yao nodded and then added, "By the way, take this."

He spoke as he handed over a porcelain bottle containing the "Ten-Complete Immortal Pill."

Li Pei took it and sniffed, admiringly said, "I almost forgot you're an Alchemist. Just smelling the medicine makes my qi and blood surge, its effects must be extraordinary."

Lu Yao admonished, "The medicine is very potent, be careful when you take it."

"Mhm." Li Pei carefully pocketed the porcelain bottle.

At that moment, a car pulled into the yard. Yu Yanmei spoke up, "It's time to go."

Lu Yao, giving a fist salute to the two girls, once again instructed, "Prioritize staying alive, only by living is there hope. If you need help, just call, don't hesitate."

Li Pei nodded vigorously, then went downstairs with his master and got into the car.

The driver was the eunuch Zhang Jin, who forced a smile and greeted Lu Yao before the car slowly drove off.

Lu Yao stood by the roadside seeing them off. Li Pei gazed at his figure, rolled down the window, and shouted, "Young Master Lu, you must wait for me, after we get through this, I'll find you for another massage. I promise I won't use my hands to cover it anymore~"

Hearing the other party say there'd be no need for hands to cover, a ripple of amusement went through Lu Yao, and he smiled in response, "I'll be waiting at any time."

At that moment, Liao Ya and Liao Qe also heard the commotion and came down to wave goodbye.

Liao Qe, looking at the man she admired, was about to speak when Liao Ya stopped her, "This is a struggle for power at the highest levels of the court, we can't get involved."

Lu Yao sighed, "Still not strong enough, time to go home and train hard."

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The three returned home and, driven by sheer determination, trained hard for three days.

Having cleansed his limbs, Lu Yao began to cleanse his spine. In just three short days, he managed to cleanse two vertebrae, making rapid progress.

At this point, he could be considered to have fully reached the Marrow-Cleansing Realm, possessing a strength of 6000 jin throughout his body.

The sisters watched with envy at his speed.

Yet despite the rapid progress in cultivation, there was still no news from Li Pei. There were neither calls nor telegrams.

On the fourth day, just as Lu Yao could not help wanting to inquire at the Prefectural Governor's, two unexpected visitors arrived, bearing news of developments.

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The visitors were Du Wenlan, the Director-General of the Jiangnan Manufacturing Bureau, and a middle-aged man dressed in a naval officer's uniform.

Du Wenlan took out a telegram and said, "Princess Yongping sent this telegram; it wasn't convenient for her to call, so she asked this old man to deliver it personally."

This Mr. Du and Prince Gong were both from the Western Affairs Faction, naturally sharing a certain camaraderie.

Lu Yao thanked him and took the telegram, which read: [All is well, no need for concern. Once I've settled my mundane affairs, I'll find you again to fully exhibit my skills.]

After reading it, Lu Yao breathed a sigh of relief: Still thinking about the massage, it seems there's no major problem.

He then inquired further, "Mr. Du, how is the Commandery Princess's family situation now?"

Stroking his beard, Du Wenlan said, "Prince Gong truly forgot himself this time, daring to provoke The Empress Dowager's ire... But after all, he is of imperial lineage, so they only stripped him of his hereditary title and dismissed him from all positions, sparing his life.

However, due to this blow, the Prince's will was disheartened, and his health deteriorated. The Commandery Princess has been busily traversing the capital to ensure the survival of her family.

"Young Master Lu should also understand that in this world, those who kick a person while they are down far outnumber those who lend help amidst adversity."

Lu Yao nodded, considering this an acceptable outcome. After all, he didn't care much for his sister's wealth and influence.

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Next, Du Wenlan cleared his throat and spoke solemnly:

"Young Master Lu, please forgive my bluntness. Prince Gong's faction has been completely wiped out, and there's no chance of recovery in the future. You need to plan for your future."

This was the man's main purpose for visiting.

In the past, since Lu Yao was too closely associated with the Li Pei family, it wasn't appropriate for others to openly recruit him. Now that her family has fallen, of course, they want to vie for such talents.

Lu Yao smiled and said, "Director-General Du, please hold on, I am preparing to break through the Martial Dao Realm and have no interest in other matters."

"Young Master Lu is about to make a breakthrough in Martial Dao, I extend my congratulations in advance," Du Wenlan wasn't very surprised. After the Spirit Refinement of Divine Fetal Breathing, one could engage in Inner Vision and naturally progress rapidly in cultivation.

Afterward, he introduced with a cheerful grin the naval officer accompanying him, "This is Lin Zhongqing of the Zhenhai Fleet.

Commander Lin once studied abroad at the Einheit Naval Academy and upon return, served as the commander of the Jingyuan Ship, greatly valued by Li Zhongtang."

Today, Director-General Du shamelessly seeks your help, Young Master Lu, to perform Inner Vision for him."

Commander there refers to ship captain. This refined and mild-mannered middle-aged man, was actually the captain of the Jingyuan Ship.

He did not possess the arrogant demeanor typical of military officers, and approached with a fist and palm salute, saying, "Great Master Lu, I have long admired your reputation."

Lu Yao returned the gesture, "You flatter me, Commander Lin. Your warship is the one I have long admired; it's always mentioned in the newspapers."

Hearing this, Lin Zhongqing's face revealed a bitter smile mixed with helplessness, and Director-General Du's expression also stiffened a bit.

But they did not dwell on the subject, and Lin Zhongqing said, "Great Master Lu, I must trouble you with Inner Vision today. I offer 'Detailed Explanation of Crumbling Energy' from my family collection as thanks, and I hope you won't hesitate to help."

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Lu Yao took the book and flipped it open, reviewing the "fighting techniques" written within. The main text was filled with dense annotations detailing considerations during practice.

He nodded and said, "You are thoughtful, Commander Lin."

The name of the technique was rather common, but it was, in fact, the most elite kind. Moreover, it included annotations by several high-level practitioners, making the technique much simpler for later cultivators.

This 'Detailed Explanation of Crumbling Energy' was worthy of being housed in a sect's Scripture Depository. It was an appropriate gift, enough to merit the intervention of someone at the Fetal Breath Realm.

Seeing Lu Yao's satisfaction, Lin Zhongqing immediately breathed a sigh of relief. If the Great Master had refused, it would have been quite difficult to find someone else at short notice.

There weren't many experts at the Fetal Breath Realm in the whole world, and the few nearby were ruthless in their demands, charging high prices, with some even requiring petitioners to carry out violent deeds.

Lin Zhongqing immediately gave a fist and palm salute, "Great Master Lu, I seem to have encountered a problem while undergoing Blood-Exchange in my Martial Path, something feels wrong when I exert full strength."

Lu Yao replied, "No problem, I'll have a look for you."

Truth be told, even without the gift or a recommendation, Lu Yao would have been willing to help.

The Zhenhai naval forces of Blue Star had 11 commanders, of whom eight laid down their lives for their country, and two fought until their ships were sunk, giving rise to numerous national heroes.

Despite the ultimate defeat, the glorious deeds of these patriots couldn't be erased.

Watching the two men, one loosening his clothes, the other reaching out to touch.

Du Wenlan said with modesty, "I will go enjoy the scenic beauty of Jin Garden. Commander Lin, we are even now, yes?"

Lin Zhongqing nodded, "We're even."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yao realized the two must have had some prior dealings.