Are you awake

When Lingxiao opened his eyes again, he saw his elderly grandfather.

White haired and emaciated, with a withered face.

Alas, why bother? Just take a soft pill! Come on, take some medicine

The old man sighed and brought the herbal soup that emitted a bitter taste.

From his grandfather's mouth, Lingxiao sensed both concern and helplessness.

Hehe, it's okay, it's not the first time. Anyway, I'm not satisfied

Ling Xiao chuckled and said, "When I break through the second level of Wu Mai, I'll go find Ling Chong to settle the accounts

You kid

The old man sighed. Although Lingxiao was the child he picked up, he had always regarded him as his own grandson.

Seeing Ling Xiao injured, he felt particularly uneasy in his heart.

Ling Xiao finished the already dried herbal soup in one breath, and a smile appeared on his face.

In fact, he refused to give in not only because of his stubbornness, but also for another reason.

That's because since he practiced that incomplete technique, his body's recovery speed has been particularly fast.

I have been knocked unconscious several times before, just like today, but I woke up in less than half an hour and recovered my body. After drinking some herbal soup, I basically recovered.

The Ling family just sent someone over

At this point, the elderly person seemed hesitant.

Grandpa, if you have anything to say, just say it directly. What else can't I accept

The old man looked at Ling Xiao and sighed, "They asked you to prepare the procedures to leave the Ling family

Leaving the Ling family? Why? "Ling Xiao exclaimed in surprise.

Only by entering the Ling family can one learn better martial arts techniques and succeed. If he leaves the Ling family, he really doesn't know when his fate will change.

They said that there is still half a month left until the year-end martial arts competition. This year's year-end martial arts competition, all outer disciples who have not reached the second level of martial arts are not eligible to participate and will be expelled from the Ling family

Speaking of which, the old man sighed again and said, "I heard that the Ling family has been robbed of some resources by other families, and they can no longer afford to support so many people. Therefore, they plan to streamline their disciples, and the original regulations have become even stricter

How could this happen

Lingxiao was also a bit stunned. In a month, he still had confidence to break through, but in half a month, it was too urgent.

However, the blow goes far beyond that.

The old man hasn't finished speaking yet.

Also, even if one breaks through to the second level of martial arts within these two weeks, it will only temporarily retain the qualification of being a disciple of the outer sect. Before the age of fourteen, if one cannot reach the third level of martial arts, all outer sect disciples must become servants of the Ling family, otherwise their martial arts skills will be abolished and they will be expelled from the Ling family

This is too much

Lingxiao understands very well that he is thirteen years old this year, and will be fourteen after the New Year. How could he possibly reach the third level of martial arts.

If he becomes a servant, it means that his grandfather will no longer be eligible to continue living in the Ling family. How can he stay here peacefully?

This is no longer a matter of face, it is entirely a matter of life and death.

Moreover, when he was selected by the Ling family, the Beggar's Sect brothers who used to beg together were very envious.

If he leaves the Ling family like this, what face will he have to return to the Beggar's Sect?

Yeah, they are a big family and naturally have their own rules. After all, we are just outsiders

The old man suddenly smiled and said, "Forget it, it's really not possible. I'll continue to go back and beg for food. It's okay, you can't delay your future because of me

No

Ling Xiao shook his head and said, "Grandpa, even if there is even the slightest possibility, I will not give up. I will work harder than before and strive to reach the triple level of martial arts before the age of fourteen! I must let you live a good life

He gritted his teeth and clenched his hands tightly.

Fight it!

Child, you are already working hard enough now. If you keep working hard, you may not break through your realm and your body will actually collapse

The old man sighed and said, "We still need to recognize the reality. It's almost impossible to break through to Wu Mai Er in half a month. It's better to plan ahead

Ling Xiao felt like a bucket of cold water had been poured on his head.

Yeah, I haven't been able to break through for a year, why can I break through in half a month.

His heart keeps sinking, and the thing he fears the most is that no matter how hard he tries, it's useless.

If it's for a month, that's good, at least there's still a 30% or 40% chance.

But for half a month, although he was unwilling to admit it, the fact was that it was impossible unless there was a miracle.

Child, don't be too sad. As long as our grandfather and I are safe and sound, that's enough. Grandpa doesn't expect you to be too good, as long as you are doing well, it's better than anything else

The old man's idea is simple, he doesn't want Ling Xiao to carry too heavy a burden of thoughts.

If you're worried about those beggar brothers laughing at you, there's no need. They're all unfortunate people and won't laugh at you. If you succeed, they'll be happy. If you fail, they'll accept you too

To become a mediocre beggar again?

No

Ling Xiao shook his head firmly and said, "Grandpa, have you forgotten how we were bullied on the streets before

Have you forgotten how the dog was beaten to death by someone

Have you forgotten that those malicious people actually used rat poison to feed us

That time, over a hundred brothers died

But we can't resist. That person is protected by a warrior. We went to several people, but their legs were all broken

"Do you want us to continue to live a life inferior to pigs and dogs? I can't believe it! I'm no worse than anyone! I believe that there is no way out!"

Ling Xiao doesn't actually have too much ambition. He studied martial arts and became a warrior just to live a better life and avenge his deceased brothers!

The old man was already in tears, because he knew that Ling Xiao was right.

All of this is a fact. If Ling Xiao cannot become a warrior, all tragedies will continue to happen.

Alas, originally I didn't plan to give you the latter half of this book, mainly because I was afraid you wouldn't be able to handle it. Now I can't care about that much anymore. Old man, I was really convinced by you

The old man took out a book from his close fitting clothes, no, to be precise, it should be a torn book.

Isn't this another part of the previous fragment? "Ling Xiao asked.

That's right, actually when Grandpa found the book, it was intact, but there is a sentence in the book, you can read it yourself

The elderly person turned to the page connected to the first half.

Without the determination of a rock, strength is the driving force. Do not cultivate the content after this page, otherwise you will undoubtedly die

This is a line of words written in blood on the page of the book.

Grandpa, don't worry, I have determination and motivation, nothing will happen

Excitedly, Ling Xiao took the second half of the book to his room, pieced together the first half, and then read it as a whole from beginning to end.

What is this

In a cry of surprise, a golden light flew out of the page and shot directly into his body.

He was startled, but did not notice anything unusual in his body. Just as he relaxed his guard, a picture suddenly came to his mind.

That's a painting.

The content of the painting is very complex, but overall it should be a landscape painting, with mountains, water, and buildings, as if there is no end at a glance.

The painting is shrouded in clouds and mist, making it impossible to see everything clearly. Only a corner can be seen, which is a village with people and animals, looking very peaceful.