Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting from Fist Technique Deduction
Chapter 139 - 2: Heavy Snow

Chapter 139: Chapter 2: Heavy Snow

In the courtyard, within the quiet room.

"After a month of arduous cultivation, I’ve finally crossed the threshold of the second rank of Condensing Yuan."

Lin Yuan quietly felt the abundant yuan energy within his body, his spirits exceptionally high. In his body, out of eighty-one meridians of Qi-Blood, nearly eighteen had been converted to yuan energy, which was no easy feat.

Eighteen yuan energy meridians, in just two months, had progressed from the entry level of Condensing Yuan to this stage. Such speed of improvement, if made public, would surely drop many jaws.

"The Sunrise Decision has been completely perfected, and the pills needed to break the limit, just relying on the Five Qi Pill, is still too slow. If I had that mysterious woman’s pills, it might only require three to achieve perfection."

Lin Yuan couldn’t help but reminisce about the fulfilling sensation when that pill was swallowed.

He had already elevated the level of the Sunrise Decision as much as possible, but the number of pills needed to break the limit was simply too many. It wouldn’t be until the entire winter passed that he would have a chance to break the limit of the Sunrise Decision.

This consumption of time, he truly couldn’t afford to wait.

"Oh well, at least I’ve broken through to the second rank of Condensing Yuan. Things cannot be rushed; quietly accumulate and act low-key!" Though Lin Yuan was extremely worried about the changing situation, he had no other solutions for now, and could only accumulate in secret.

The next morning, in the small courtyard, Lin Yuan welcomed his old friend, Xie Wanxin.

Ever since he took control of Beiqing Hall, Xie Wanxin had been using pills provided entirely by Lin Yuan for his cultivation. The two of them would sit down to discuss every couple of days.

However, Xie Wanxin’s early arrival today made Lin Yuan feel something was different.

On the stone table in the pavilion, Xiaoyun prepared a brazier for them, and steam rose from the teapot.

Inviting Xie Wanxin to sit down, he watched the pristine white snow cover the entire small courtyard.

Only a few red plums bloomed, standing out as rare bursts of color amid the white.

Yet, Xie Wanxin was not in the mood to appreciate the snow, his face solemn.

Lin Yuan naturally noticed the difference, lifting the teapot and filling Xie Wanxin’s cup: "Senior Brother, has something major happened? It’s rare to see you so serious."

"Junior Brother Lin. Yanghua, it’s truly in chaos." Xie Wanxin took the cup Lin Yuan handed him, looked at the scattered plum blossoms, and sighed: "Last night, Huai River Pier fell. The newly appointed Huaining Hall Master of the Hong family was hacked to death. All the small families around were wiped out."

Lin Yuan was pouring hot water into his own tea cup, and his hand involuntarily paused upon hearing such news.

"The group from last night called themselves the West River Alliance. There are countless experts among them, claiming to have dozens at the mid-stage Condensing Yuan, and its higher-ups are incalculably at the late-stage Condensing Yuan."

"West River Alliance!" Lin Yuan’s heart stirred.

At that time, he had killed Fu Gongling, who was one of them, possessing extremely swift movement techniques, and even he, back then, could not shake off this person’s pursuit. Another person who appeared at Huaining Hall was even more formidable.

The people of the West River Alliance eventually took action, finally contending with Yanghua Academy. We just don’t know what the attitude of the Pei family and Hong family toward this is.

Only fear that while the snipe and the clam struggle, the fisherman profits. They are all standing by, waiting for the other side to make the first move.

"Have the academy elders responded in any way?"

Lin Yuan put down the teapot and turned to ask.

"The Pei family and the Hong family are both uncertain about the situation and are holding their troops. I don’t know what the higher-ups are apprehensive about." Xie Wanxin frowned: "But obviously, they are mobilizing their forces. I came over this morning to bid you farewell."

"Where is Senior Brother going?" Lin Yuan immediately frowned.

He didn’t have many friends, and You Xiaozhong was always following him. Now he is the pill steward of Beiqing Hall, naturally someone he protected.

Now that the West River Alliance has appeared, in such a situation, Xie Wanxin’s outing is certainly fraught with danger.

"Fubei Ore Vein. It is important for the Pei family’s elemental materials, the mining center of Purple Extreme Iron Ore." Xie Wanxin’s expression was heavy: "The Pei family is afraid something will go wrong, involving tribute to the upper city, they dare not be careless. The second elder is personally leading a team to guard."

"Senior Brother, the outside is extremely dangerous, why not come to Beiqing Hall. Wait until the situation becomes clear, then decide where to go?"

Lin Yuan immediately spoke, wanting Xie Wanxin to stay. This way, in case of any accident, he could help out.

Xie Wanxin immediately shook his head and refused, smiling: "Junior Brother, no need to persuade me. If I want to stay at the academy, of course, I can stay as I wish. But you know my identity, if I lose this bit of courage, my big brother would look down on me. I have to go!"

"If so, please take great care, Senior Brother." Lin Yuan sighed slightly.

Xie Wanxin had heavy responsibilities, otherwise, he just needed to find a safe place to hide from trouble, like Lin Yuan.

"Rest assured, brother will be cautious." Xie Wanxin laughed heartily: "Junior Brother, no need to be so melancholy. Once this matter is over, we, brothers, can have another drink."

After saying that, Xie Wanxin stood up and reminded again: "You, at the academy, also take care of everything. I shall go first!"

The two bid farewell again, Xie Wanxin left the courtyard gate in the thick snow.

Lin Yuan watched Xie Wanxin’s figure disappear into the vast snow, hesitated no more, and went straight to the Pill Hall.

"Pill Master Du?"

Lin Yuan had just stepped into the lobby when Du Rulun was already there waiting.

"Hall Master." Du Rulun’s expression was solemn, and his voice was heavy: "Did you know about what happened with the West River Alliance last night?"

"The West River Alliance that took over Huai River Pier? I’ve heard a bit about it, why do you mention it?" Lin Yuan nodded slightly.

"Alas!" Du Rulun sighed: "It’s not just Huai River Pier; Pei’s two granaries, and three of Hongjiang’s drugstores have been seized. Plus the main road leading east has been cut off by them."

Du Rulun sighed, his brows furrowed tightly: "The West River Alliance is ruthless, many civilians have been killed, leaving families shattered. Some districts of East City are now overrun with refugees, robbing townsfolk, causing widespread panic."

"Is it that severe?" Lin Yuan originally thought the West River Alliance was just occupying the pier, solidifying their territory slowly.

But now, it seemed the West River Alliance’s ambitions were much greater than he expected.

However, he couldn’t worry about others now; he was only at second rank Condensing Yuan, besides alchemy, there was little he could do for the tragic fates of ordinary people.

"Leave the outside matters to the elders to manage." Lin Yuan pondered, instructing Du Rulun: "I already understand the situation. The outside is chaotic, but the academy remains relatively safe. We alchemists just need to concentrate on our own pill-making."

"Hall Master. Now wanting to refine pills, I’m afraid it will be difficult." Du Rulun smiled wryly.

"Why?" Lin Yuan’s expression suddenly darkened.

If he couldn’t refine pills and cultivate, how would he advance? How to protect himself when the storm hits?

"The channels for bringing herbs into the academy might get cut off. Simply relying on the hall’s stockpile won’t last long." Du Rulun gave a wry smile: "Moreover, the elders have requested us to increase supply by fifty percent. Once we finish refining this batch of pills, we might run out of materials."

Lin Yuan was silent, nodding to show he understood.

He had initially thought that the Pei family could at least ensure the supply of materials, after all, martial artists need to take Five Qi Pills daily for cultivation.

But the West River Alliance, once it acted, hit precisely the weak spots, making it extremely difficult for the Pei and Hong families.

"Am I a sitting duck here?" Lin Yuan thought helplessly.

"The Pei family certainly won’t be at a complete loss against the West River Alliance; patiently wait and see what the Pei family’s strategies are later." Lin Yuan pondered for a moment, then calmed the turbulent thoughts in his heart: "While there are still herb stocks, seize the moment to refine pills."

At this time, the snow outside grew heavier, falling like flakes of goose feathers.

Lin Yuan withdrew his gaze, fully focused, and began refining pills.

As Lin Yuan was refining pills, a petite figure, against the wind and snow, stepped into the hall of Beiqing Hall.

When the attending disciple asked whom she was looking for.

In a panic, she said, "I’m looking for my husband."

After saying this, she realized it wasn’t right, hastily correcting: "Ah no, no, no, I’m looking for Lin Yuan."