The Great Sect fled in a rout, and Yunzhou symbolically gave chase before withdrawing.
After that, everyone gathered at the Prefectural Yamen with high spirits to discuss affairs.
Governor Wen, a deeply scheming official of the Imperial Court, now wore a rare full-faced smile.
"Young Master Lu, you are welcome to come to me for anything at any time, without the need for prior communication."
"Thank you for your favor, my lord."
In ancient times, high officials were not easily accessible and had to be contacted through various channels. Being given such treatment by the official meant he was held in high esteem.
The other officials and martial artists present also were in high spirits.
Defeating bandits was their duty, but killing Li Shoucheng, the rising star of the Great Sect... That was a great achievement indeed.
Although it was the Commandery Princess and Young Master Lu who directed the cannons, according to the rules, everyone would be able to share in the rewards.
Immediately, everyone began to flatter the two of them.
Lu Yao found them all rather tedious. When it was time to fight, they were as timid as mice, but when pursuing the remaining foes, they were as fierce as tigers.
He really didn't want to attend, but Governor Wen had insisted, unable to refuse the man who had rendered great service, so he reluctantly came just to oblige.
Li Pei had a cold expression and said very little. Her generous offer had been cruelly rejected, leaving the proud Commandery Princess feeling quite displeased.
After the discussion ended, everyone left one after another. Lu Yao couldn't wait to get home, but Li Pei suddenly stopped him.
The Commandery Princess stood with her arms crossed, glaring fiercely with her phoenix eyes and haughtily tilted chin as she said:
"I know Young Master Lu is wealthy, but there are some things money can't buy.
A word of advice from an expert can save decades of hard work; rare medicinal materials can only be collected with the strength of an entire nation!
Young Master, you should think it over carefully when you're back home. If you encounter any difficulties, you are always welcome to change your mind."
Lu Yao, an easygoing person, couldn't stand such arrogant demeanor and replied with a touch of irony,
"Thank you for your kind thoughts, Commandery Princess! If you 'again' encounter any difficulties in the future, you can also come to me."
Having said that, he gave her a couple of intense looks.
Li Pei hated being stared at there the most and instantly became angry with shame.
But Lu Yao was right; every time it was she who sought his help, and he always helped with flair... At this moment, she couldn't bring herself to lash out.
Li Pei had no choice but to cover her chest with an icy face, swallowing her anger and watching Lu Yao walk away.
Lu Yao ate nourishing medicines every day and had abundant blood and qi. The surging organs then refined even more Inner Breath from this vast supply. There was so much that Lu Yao didn't need to pay close attention—he could naturally sense it.
At that moment, he curiously manipulated these mouse-like things, letting them roam around inside his body.
Liao Ya wiped the sweat from her forehead and said with a relieved smile, "Stop playing, you need to save your Inner Breath for Organ Refining."
Liao Ya took a deep breath and smiled happily, looking even more delighted than if she had refined her organs herself.
The two sisters had been busy for a day and a night without rest, and now they finally witnessed Lu Yao's successful Organ Refining, filled with indescribable joy.
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"This stage of Organ Refining strengthens the organs, nurtures Inner Breath, and increases one's strength tenfold—far surpassing that of ordinary people! It represents the first qualitative change on the Martial Path."
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The next day, Liao Ya began to instruct Lu Yao on matters related to Organ Refining.
Lu Yao felt full of energy and couldn't help but jump—
With the power of his legs, two shallow footprints appeared on the ground, and he leapt 5 meters high on the spot!
But this was nowhere close to Liao Ya's 10 meters. She explained, "You have just refined your organs; your physique will gradually grow stronger."
Then she cautioned, "You have to be careful when using Inner Breath to exercise your organs to avoid injury. But with the color ultrasound instrument, this step has become much simpler..."
She suddenly realized she didn't have much to teach him. As Lu Yao had previously operated the color ultrasound instrument to help the two sisters cultivate, he had accumulated sufficient experience and already had a clear understanding of how to cultivate.
In the end, Liao Ya said, "With Inner Breath in the Organ Refining Realm, the Liao Family Fist has a special 'cultivation method.' Let Liao Qe teach you."
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Liao Qe was beaming, utterly elated that her beloved had ascended to the realm, and her face was always adorned with a smile.
She pulled Lu Yao into the room and said in a sweet voice, "The Liao Family Fist at the Organ Refining Realm takes too long to learn with the usual method. Better for you to place your hands on me to personally experience the way to exert force and how Inner Breath circulates. That way, you'll learn quickly."
Because of their close relationship, she wasn't embarrassed at all. She boldly took off her clothes and indicated that Lu Yao should place his hands on her to feel.
This was truly learning through enjoyment. Lu Yao placed his hands on the delicate and smooth skin of Liao Qe's back and waist, paying close attention, learning quickly the operation of Inner Breath and force. He immediately memorized it.
Sometimes he placed his hands incorrectly, provoking the girl's screams and playful indignation, leaving her fair skin blushing red.
Although the process was sensuous, this knowledge was extremely precious! When practicing punches, you use the force to drive blood and qi and Inner Breath to refine organs. This method, accumulated by the Liao Family over numerous generations, was the fastest and safest way to train the five organs and was the core secret of their sect.
After the instruction, Liao Qe's almond eyes became misty, her expression and demeanor exuding a silent yet intense invitation.
Lu Yao just happened to want to test how much stronger his physique had become after Organ Refining.