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After hearing Yu Dafu's report, Master Yu was also pleasantly surprised. Although the Yu Family had offered a high salary for the recruitment, they had never expected that a true expert of Niu Zhengying's level would come to join them. After all, this was only a small town in the eastern countryside.

Although the Yu family was a large family in Pan An County, compared to the large families of the current era, they were just wealthy people. A true expert wouldn't even come to this small town, much less join the army.

It was a great surprise to hear that there was an expert who could defeat Niu Zhengying and was willing to serve in the Yu family. Even though he didn't seem to know the man's background, since Niu Zhengying knew that he wasn't a traitor, there shouldn't be much of a problem.

Master Yu Hongfeng and Niu Zhengying had been friends for decades, so he was deeply convinced of this Niu Master's judgement. He immediately ordered everyone to hold a banquet and personally invited Shi Ziling to receive him. During the banquet, everyone in the Yu Family treated Shi Ziling, an expert, with great courtesy. Master Yu even allowed him a monthly allowance of five gold coins.

Shi Ziling had no idea about the value of gold coins, but looking at the envious expressions on everyone's faces, he felt that they were a very high reward. He was even more flattered by the crowd's hospitality. After all, in his opinion, the fact that the Yu Family was willing to accept a person of unknown origin like him was already a huge favor to him.

Shi Ziling immediately expressed that if Master Yu needed anything, he would do his best.

Of course Master Yu was overjoyed. In this chaotic world, martial arts could determine everything. For the Yu Family to have such a young master in charge, their power would naturally increase by leaps and bounds.

In a room on the east side of Yu's courtyard, Shi Ziling was sitting in a daze after his dinner. In front of him was a small booklet containing a Kato Hawk book.

Shi Ziling had just finished reading the description of the "Great Art of Soul Search". It contained the cultivation method of the Great Art of Soul Search, as well as an introduction to its power and taboo. As he looked at it, Shi Ziling subconsciously held the command token in his hand.

However, every time Shi Ziling held it in his hand, a strange feeling would always surge into his heart. It was as if this token was like that of an old friend he hadn't seen for a long time, his entire body felt an indescribable comfort, and his spirit seemed to become exceptionally refreshed.

After flipping through this booklet, he could roughly guess that that day at the crocodile pond, the Kato Hawk must have used the "Great Art of Soul Absorbing" on him, and it was the most powerful technique that could only be used together with the "Deathly Nightmare Token". However, for some reason, he suffered the backlash of the godly technique and died on the spot.

Shi Ziling thought back to the day when he saw the Kato Hawk's eyes shine with a strange light as he chanted an incantation. His soul had already dispersed from his body. He couldn't help but feel a lingering fear, but at the same time, he found it extremely strange.

According to the information in the booklet, not only was the Nefarious Spectral Night Token a Sect Leader's talisman, it could also enhance the power of the "Great Art of Soul Search". It was just that Kato Hawk himself didn't know how to use it. It was said that this item was extremely intelligent and could only be used by a fated person to the extreme.

When he saw this, Shi Ziling couldn't help but be moved. He felt that he seemed to have some sort of fate with this command medallion, and it was unknown whether or not he could have some sort of miraculous use in the future. However, now that he thought about it, he should first learn how to use the strange energy flow in his body rationally.

While conversing with Niu Zhengying and the Yu Family, Shi Ziling had already understood that the power of martial arts was quite important in the Bright Moon Continent. The reason why the Yu Family valued him so much was because he had defeated Niu Zhengying.

However, Shi Ziling knew in his heart that the reason he could defeat Niu Zhengying was mostly because of an instinctive reaction. He could not use the powerful energy within his body as he wished.

It seemed like he had learned some so-called martial arts or techniques, but unfortunately, he couldn't remember how to use them. Although the booklet in his hand contained information on the "Great Art of Soul Search", it seemed to be more about an advanced technique on the spiritual level.

As for the basic martial arts of fighting against the enemy, such as Black Yin Finger, Yin Wind Palm, inner force skill, etc., although mentioned in the booklet, there were no specific martial arts techniques. It was recorded that these specific martial art manuals were stored in the 'Death Evil Night Sect' '' s main altar located on the East Fence Island.

Although Shi Ziling was very interested in practicing the "Great Art of Soul Search", he felt that the most urgent matter at hand was to grasp some basic techniques of self-defense. Just as he was thinking whether he should ask Master Niu for advice, he heard footsteps outside the door.

Shi Ziling put away the booklet and opened the door. It was the fat housekeeper, Yu Dafu.

Yu Dafu walked into the room and asked with concern, "Brother Shi, are you used to living here? If you need anything, just say it to me, Fatty. Our master said that it's an honor for a master like Master Shi to join our Yu Family. "

Shi Ziling hurriedly waved his hands and said, "There's no need for that. You guys are too polite. This room is clean, quiet, and very spacious. It's already very comfortable. Many thanks."

"Ai, I am alone and my mind is a bit muddled. I am already very grateful that I was able to give you all the honor of giving me a job. If there's anything I can do in the future, please do not hesitate to tell me. I will do my best. Butler Yu, you don't have to be so polite with me. Just call me Shi Ziling.

He smiled and said, "Alright, Ziling, I'm here to inform you that three days from now, we'll have a group of congratulatory gifts sent to a distant relative's house in Pine Lake City. At that time, I would like you and Master Niu to be in charge of escorting us.

"Oh, okay." Shi Ziling replied, "But I don't have much experience, nor do I know what to prepare."

Yu Dafu nodded his head and said, "With Ziling and Old Ox protecting the array, I'm sure you'll be able to make it out safe and sound." You don't have to worry about food and clothing. We'll prepare everything for you. Right, do you need any special weapons or weapons? Although our Yu Family isn't a big family, we still have a complete arsenal of hidden weapons. Ziling, if you need me, I can take you to pick one of the items I need.

"About this …"

Shi Ziling thought for a moment. With his current situation, if there was anything he could do, he would feel more at ease with a weapon. He then said, "Alright, since we are going on a long journey, it is indeed necessary to bring a weapon. "However, to be honest, I can't think of a weapon I would use. Well, please take me to the armory and let me have a look.

Shi Ziling immediately followed Yu Dafu to the backyard. Along the way, the Yu Family disciples greeted Shi Ziling very politely.

Although Shi Ziling had only been here for two days, everyone in the Yu family knew that he was the number one expert. The news of Shi Ziling being forced back by one palm had already spread throughout the Yu family, and many young Yu family disciples looked at Shi Ziling with reverence in their eyes.

Shi Ziling was in a muddled state. He only felt that the entire Yu family was very polite to him. He lamented that even though he had lost his memories, he was still quite lucky to be able to find a place to stay in the Yu family.

When they arrived at the armory, Yu Dafu took out a key and opened the door, indicating for Shi Ziling to come in and pick whatever he wanted.

Shi Ziling entered through the door. He saw that the size of the armory was smaller than the sparring hall from before. Various weapons were lined up neatly on the weapons rack. Most of the weapons looked shiny, as if they were often taken care of.

Shi Ziling casually picked up a knife in front of him, pulled it out halfway, and stuck it back in. He then walked to a rack with a long spear sticking out of it. He picked up a long spear, pretended to shake it, and put it back. After a circle, whether it was the sabre, sword, rod, rod, or darts, Shi Ziling basically only waved and looked a few times before putting them down.

Yu Dafu, who was at the side, was not anxious at all. He waited for Shi Ziling to finish looking around before he asked with a smile, "Ziling, it seems like you haven't found anything you like?"

"Mm …" Shi Ziling knitted his brows and said, "I wanted to test which blade I could sense in my hand, and maybe I'll remember if I've practiced this before. But after testing it out, I don't feel anything. Sigh …"

"So it's like that. Why don't we go back to the coffer room and have a look?" Yu Dafu said.

"Repository?"

"Yes, it's right inside that small door," Yu Dafu said as he pointed at a row of long pikes.

"Most of the weapons inside were bought by our master at a high price from Pine Lake City. There aren't many of them, and most of them are swords, but the quality is slightly better than the ones on the outside. Master Niu usually uses the Green Edge Sword, let's go check out the coffer room."

"This …" Shi Ziling was a bit hesitant. There was a row of long swords on the weapons rack outside as well. They all looked pretty good. As for quality, he actually didn't have much confidence in it. Even if the sword inside was better, if he didn't know how to use it, wouldn't it be a waste?

Yu Dafu thought he was being polite and quickly said, "Ziling, don't worry. Our master ordered that no matter what's inside the armory, as long as you like it, you can use it. Don't be polite." Originally, I was prepared to show you the inner storage after you had finished looking at the weapons rack outside. " As he spoke, he took out his key and opened the small door.

Shi Ziling thought that since he was already here, there was no harm in taking a look. Thus, he followed Yu Dafu into the warehouse.

The interior of the warehouse was not big. There were no long weapon racks, only two long cabinets. On the left side, there were about ten swords of varying lengths. On the right side, there seemed to be a bookcase. There were no weapons, only a few books.

Shi Ziling felt a bit strange. Why was there a bookcase within this armory? He then walked up to take a look. He casually picked up a thin book, and saw that it was labeled "Yu Clan's Fist Manual".

Yu Dafu said from the side, "These are martial arts manuals passed down from our Yu Family. They have inner force skills, fist arts, sword arts, and more. Although they have been passed down for many years, they are just ordinary beginner skills."

"Our Yu Family has never had any experts before. Ever since the arrival of the Ox Master, the entire Yu Family has changed to the hands of the Ox Elder. In the younger generation, even the ones who practiced internal energy were taught the Five Elements Divine Arts by Niu laoshi. However, these martial arts manuals are inherited from the Yu Family, so it's not good to throw them away.

When Shi Ziling heard this, his heart stirred. He said to Yu Dafu, "Then, can you let me study it for a bit?"

"Eh?"

Yu Dafu was a little confused and said, "Ziling, you want to see our Yu Family's martial arts manuals?" It can't be? Even Master Niu is not your match, what's there to look at with these shallow entry-level martial arts? Our Yu Family has long since stopped watching them. "

Shi Ziling forced a smile and said, "Actually, I just want to see some basic cultivation techniques and see if I can remember some things from the past." You know, I can't remember a lot of things from the past. I want to see if I can find some things from martial arts that can bring back my memories. "

"If it's convenient, I would like to read a few more martial arts books in the three days before departure. Even if I can remember a few more skills I've learnt before, maybe I can use them on the road."

"About this …" Yu Dafu was a little noncommittal at the moment.

He said, "It's not like these are treasures. Ziling, if you want to take a look at them, just take it. It's not a big deal. How about this, Ziling, you read it here first. I'll go report it to our Master to see if he can get you to bring these books back to your room for a look. I believe that Master will agree to it. "

Shi Ziling quickly nodded his head, and Yu Dafu went to find Master Yu to report.