Flawless Metropolitan Divine Emperor

Chapter 0048 – Gathering medicinal herbs

Jiang Feng was in his room, beginning his essential nightly cultivation.

The Nine Heavens Tyrant Body Technique started to circulate, moving throughout his body, absorbing the sparse Spiritual Energy in the air.

The Spiritual Energy entered his body, flowed into his Dantian, and transformed into True Qi.

True Qi, like the Eight Trigrams, imprinted itself on his body, constantly tempering every inch of his flesh and blood.

Jiang Feng had reached the critical point of a breakthrough, but he couldn't break through. This feeling was frustrating, like an itch he couldn't scratch, making him feel as if a cat was clawing at his heart.

"The inadequacy of my body is really annoying. I wasted a whole day today, not only failing to find a way to strengthen my body but also attracting trouble. I don't know whether to laugh or cry," Jiang Feng muttered to himself.

"But there's still three days left. If I train hard, maybe there's still some hope for a breakthrough."

"Yue Feishan's strength is impressive. He didn't go all out today, and he must have more powerful techniques hidden. After all, he's from a national martial arts family; it's impossible for him not to have some formidable skills."

"Three days... how should I plan them..."

Jiang Feng fell into deep thought.

This matter wasn't too big or too small, but Jiang Feng wouldn't take it lightly.

Even though he had a high chance of winning against Yue Feishan, he wouldn't take risks because there were always unexpected variables.

This was the experience he had summarized from many years in the Immortal Realm, something he never dared to forget.

At all times, one must be responsible for oneself.

If he couldn't even protect himself, how could he talk about protecting his family and friends?

...

The next morning, Jiang Feng did his usual exercises and then handed the car keys to Cheng Shaoqing, letting her drive to school on her own.

Jiang Feng himself ran to school.

Time was precious and couldn't be wasted.

Cheng Shaoqing knew Jiang Feng had been training hard these days, so she didn't think much of it and drove off by herself.

Jiang Feng then ran alone, carrying a thirty-pound weight in his backpack.

"Let's see how this goes. Hopefully, it will be effective," Jiang Feng said expectantly.

Although their place wasn't far from the school, it was still several miles away.

For an ordinary person, it would be hard to keep up, especially with a thirty-pound weight.

Several times along the way, Jiang Feng wanted to give up, but after thinking it over, he gritted his teeth and persisted.

Halfway through, he was already sweating profusely, breathing heavily, and his body was on the verge of collapse.

After all, his body was still weak, and running like this all of a sudden was definitely too much.

"No, I must hold on."

"I, Jiang Feng, have never admitted defeat."

Jiang Feng gritted his teeth, gathered his strength, regulated his breathing, and continued running.

Gradually, as if he had passed a critical threshold, he found it easier to run, no longer feeling as exhausted.

He knew this was a good sign.

In his path of cultivation, he had experienced this feeling countless times.

The appearance of this feeling indicated that his run today wasn't in vain; his body had undergone meaningful training.

He could now feel the muscle particles in his body jumping, cheering, roaring...

"Hahaha, run, run!" Jiang Feng roared to the sky, moving his legs and running towards the future.

In the end, Jiang Feng used all his strength and ran as fast as he could, but it still took him half an hour to reach the school.

However, this time, he did feel some results. He now felt his muscles tightening, even twitching slightly, as if they were getting stronger.

This indicated that his training had been effective.

Moreover, running such a long distance was already quite an achievement.

"Good, not bad. Although the results are minimal, I'm still satisfied. Progress is made step by step, and meals are eaten bite by bite. There's no rush," Jiang Feng said with satisfaction.

When he arrived in the classroom, it was almost time for class.

Jiang Feng sat at his seat, put down his backpack, and saw Zhu Bajie looking at him.

Zhu Bajie was holding Xiao Wanjun, his hands wandering, with a wicked smile on his face.

Jiang Feng shook his head, ignoring him. This guy's actions were nothing more than an attempt to show off, truly childish.

"Jiang Feng, have you heard? Zhu Bajie is treating the whole class to a meal on Saturday. Are you going?" Cheng Zhenjie whispered to Jiang Feng.

"Yeah, I heard. Of course, I'm going. Only a fool would miss a free meal," Jiang Feng said.

"Hehe, I thought the same," Cheng Zhenjie said.

"But I'm worried he might target you. Be careful," Cheng Zhenjie reminded.

"Haha, no worries. I'll handle him. Let him use whatever tricks he has," Jiang Feng smiled.

"Mm, I believe in you," Cheng Zhenjie said.

He had witnessed Jiang Feng's prowess, so he didn't think Jiang Feng was bragging.

Class started, and Jiang Feng continued to review his lessons using the imprinting technique.

During the break after the third period, Jiang Feng's phone suddenly rang. He took it out and saw it was an unknown number.

"Who could it be?" Jiang Feng wondered as he answered the call.

"Hello, is this Senior Jiang Feng?" A very polite female voice came from the other end.

"Yes, who is this?" Jiang Feng asked.

"It's Weng Xiaoxi. Have you forgotten?" the other party said.

"Oh, Miss Weng Xiaoxi, I remember now," Jiang Feng realized.

"Do you have time now, Senior? We've gathered all the herbs for my grandfather's medicine. Could you come over to prepare it?" Weng Xiaoxi asked.

"So quickly?" Jiang Feng was surprised. "You guys are really fast."

Jiang Feng had only given them the formula yesterday, and they had gathered everything in just one day, showing the Weng family's considerable influence.

"This concerns my grandfather's life, so we couldn't afford any delay. We mobilized all our resources and finally gathered the herbs just now. I called you immediately. Please come as soon as possible," Weng Xiaoxi said.

Jiang Feng thought for a moment and said, "Alright, give me the address, and I'll come over."

Since he had promised them, he couldn't go back on his word. Besides, they were in a hurry to treat the illness, so he couldn't delay.

"Thank you, Senior. How about you give me your address, and I'll send someone to pick you up?" Weng Xiaoxi said excitedly.

"Alright, I'm at Meilong Middle School," Jiang Feng said.

...

Just then, the homeroom teacher, Xia Qinghe, walked into the classroom.

"Jiang Feng, come out for a moment," Xia Qinghe said.

Seeing it was Xia Qinghe, Jiang Feng didn't hesitate and quickly followed her out.

In the hallway, Xia Qinghe said excitedly to Jiang Feng, "I just came back from the hospital. The doctor said my heart disease is cured."

"That's great. Congratulations," Jiang Feng smiled.

"It's all thanks to you. Thank you," Xia Qinghe said gratefully.

"Alright, teacher, you've already treated me to a meal. No need for more thanks," Jiang Feng said.

"Okay, hehe," Xia Qinghe chuckled.

"By the way, teacher, I'd like to request three days off. Is that possible?" Jiang Feng suddenly asked.

"Why do you need leave?" Xia Qinghe was surprised.

"I have some important matters to attend to," Jiang Feng said vaguely.

"Alright, I'll grant you three days off. But don't do anything reckless, and catch up on your studies when you return," Xia Qinghe said after some thought.

"Thank you so much, teacher," Jiang Feng said happily.

"I told you, when no one's around, just call me sister," Xia Qinghe said.

"Okay, Sister Qinghe," Jiang Feng replied.

...

Having gotten the leave, Jiang Feng skipped the last class and left the school directly.

At the school gate, he saw a rugged off-road vehicle parked there, and a strong, imposing man was waving at him.

"Senior Jiang!"

Jiang Feng looked over and saw it was Meng Ying, Weng Shanlin's bodyguard, whom he had met yesterday.

"Why did you come personally? It's really troublesome for you," Jiang Feng said.

"No trouble at all. It's my honor to pick you up, Senior Jiang. I'm more than happy to," Meng Ying said.

"Haha, you're too polite. Let's go," Jiang Feng smiled.

"Sure," Meng Ying said, opening the car door for Jiang Feng. Jiang Feng got in, and Meng Ying took the driver's seat, driving off.

Before long, they arrived at the Weng family residence.

Jiang Feng got out of the car and was taken aback by the sight. The Weng family was indeed extraordinary; their residence was huge, definitely one of the largest in Meilong City.

"Please, Senior Jiang," Meng Ying said.

"Mm," Jiang Feng nodded.

Entering the Weng family's estate, it was entirely in the style of a traditional garden, with an ancient charm, as if stepping into the mansion of an ancient prince.

Jiang Feng nodded to himself, thinking that Weng Shanlin had a high taste and a fondness for vintage things.

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Led by Meng Ying, they took several turns and arrived at a hall.

Weng Xiaoxi was already waiting there. Seeing Jiang Feng, she quickly came forward and said, "Senior, you've arrived?"

"Yes. How's your grandfather? Is he feeling better?" Jiang Feng asked.

"Much better. He's resting in bed now," Weng Xiaoxi said. "Follow me, I'll take you to him."

Weng Xiaoxi then led Jiang Feng to Weng Shanlin's bedroom.

The bedroom was also decorated in an ancient style, with even the bed Weng Shanlin lay on made of solid wood, giving it an imperial feel.

Weng Shanlin was lying on the bed, looking quite well. Seeing Jiang Feng, he tried to get up to greet him.

"Old Master Weng, no need to get up. Just lie down," Jiang Feng said.

"Then I'll be impolite," Weng Shanlin said, lying back down.

"Thank you so much for coming, Brother Jiang," Weng Shanlin said.

"Old Master Weng, you're too kind. It's just a small effort on my part. Besides, I promised you, and I must keep my word," Jiang Feng said.

"Brother Jiang, you're a straightforward person. Thank you for your help today," Weng Shanlin said.

"It's my duty," Jiang Feng replied.

"Meng Ying, bring all the herbs here for Brother Jiang to check," Weng Shanlin instructed Meng Ying.

"Right away," Meng Ying said, leaving the room.

Soon, Meng Ying returned with a cloth bag, taking out the herbs one by one and neatly arranging them on a wooden table.