231: Prepare to return

Grumble...

A rumbling sound came from his stomach, and a sudden look of embarrassment appeared on Yang Fan's usually serious face.

"My stomach is so uncooperative, rumbling at this exact moment," Yang Fan said with an awkward laugh.

"Alright, you just detoxified, and everything in your bodies has been emptied. It's about time you got hungry."

Su Can, of course, knew why their stomachs were rumbling, so he waved his hand and said, "Don't just stand there. Open that foil-wrapped grilled fish and eat it. It'll fill your now empty bodies."

"So that's it! No wonder I got hungry so quickly."

Yang Fan suddenly understood and quickly took the hint.

The others didn't decline, because they were truly hungry.

After that bout of stomach pain, they had expelled almost everything that could be expelled from their bodies, except for their internal organs and intestines.

Now that their bodies had recovered, they were all starving.

"Eagle, go with Wolf King and quickly catch some more food to bring back."

Su Can was certain that the remaining fish wouldn't be enough to satisfy a few people. Seeing that Wolf King and Eagle had completed their transformations, he didn't bother to examine them closely and immediately gave an order.

Upon receiving the order, Wolf King and Eagle exchanged a look and immediately rushed out without a word.

Less than ten minutes later, before everyone had even finished the grilled fish, a sharp cry echoed from the sky.

Then a black shadow flashed, and with two thuds, two plump pheasants were dropped in front of everyone.

"Howl!"

At the same time, Wolf King let out a long howl and quickly appeared from a distance.

Behind him, several of his subordinates followed, each carrying a wild rabbit in their mouths. Then, under Wolf King's lead, they respectfully placed their prey in front of everyone.

Everyone was already accustomed to the supernatural abilities of Wolf King and Eagle.

Even Zhao Hao and the others all volunteered to prepare the pheasants and rabbits.

All in all, after an hour, everyone had finally eaten their fill and were contentedly lying on the ground, chatting idly.

Su Can thought for a while, then said to everyone, "Next, we won't continue exploring and searching for medicine in the mountains. Su Ran and I plan to go back."

"What? Go back?"

Yang Fan suddenly perked up, his face filled with doubt, "The Yellow Mountain Scenic Area is so vast, and we've only covered less than half of it. We've just started to get into the good parts, so why are we suddenly going back?"

"Yes, Su Can, why are we suddenly going back? Is Sister Su Ran not planning to search for medicine anymore?"

Wei Dandan was also stunned. She had grown somewhat used to their current state, feeling incredibly comfortable spending every day in the mountains, with no worries about food or drink, and surrounded by beautiful scenery.

"I'll listen to Su Can."

Su Ran suddenly spoke up, "Actually, most of the special medicinal herbs I was looking for have already been found. The remaining ones aren't available in an environment like Yellow Mountain."

"Even if I were to continue searching, it would have to be in other places."

Su Ran made up an excuse for Su Can, saying, "So we plan to go back and rest up first, and then go searching for medicine again when needed."

Everyone was a bit stunned, but only Zhao Hao's spirits lifted, "I have no objections! We can turn back right now."

What he needed most now was to return to his family, thoroughly immerse himself in his martial arts, and then, in one fell swoop, break through to at least the peak of Dark Force.

Then, within the family, he would gain the recognition of his clansmen through his strength and take the position of family head.

The reason he was so keen on exploration before was because he had physical problems and saw no hope of further progress in martial arts.

But now, with Brother Su's help, not only were all his old ailments gone, but his qi and blood had also increased several times, and his bone structure was incredibly strong.

Coupled with the martial arts fist techniques he had been taught, he had rekindled his ambition and had long been eager to return to his family.

Yang Fan looked at Zhao Hao, a little bewildered, "Old Zhao, you're not thinking of going back too, are you? Didn't you say you'd teach us martial arts?"

"Teaching martial arts can be done on the way back, don't worry, I won't hold anything back," Zhao Hao said seriously. "Moreover, you can come back with me and be guests at my family's estate. Stay there for a while, learn martial arts, and also help me with some things."

"To be frank, I'll need some help when I go back this time."

"All of you have had your bone structure and strength enhanced by Brother Su's methods. Even if you don't practice martial arts, ordinary people are absolutely no match for you. I'm sure you've felt it yourselves."

"And once you start practicing martial arts, with your current bone structure, strength, and unusually abundant qi and blood, you will definitely make rapid progress. In just a few days, you'll be comparable to ordinary martial artists of several years."

"Furthermore, if you come back with me, you'll also have opportunities to spar with others and hone your martial arts. How about it? Will you come?"

Zhao Hao looked at Yang Fan and the others with a sincere and serious expression.

Even Zhu Lei and Wei Dandan, he valued and cared about them greatly.

"This..."

Yang Fan hesitated, his gaze instinctively turning to Su Can.

Su Can smiled, "What's wrong? Weren't you all clamoring to practice martial arts and become martial artists?"

"Following Zhao Hao now is an excellent opportunity for training."

"Okay! I'll go!"

Yang Fan clenched his fist and said, "As friends, it's my duty!"

"Hahaha..."

Zhao Hao was amused by his impassioned demeanor.

"Since that's the case, let's get going."

Zhao Hao stood up and looked at Su Can, saying, "However, whether we return the way we came or continue deeper through the undeveloped area still depends on Brother Su's opinion."

As he spoke, he looked into the distance a few times, then took out a map and pointed to Su Can, saying, "We are currently located roughly in this area, having almost traversed half of the undeveloped zone."

"Do you think we should continue through this area or turn back?"

"We've already gone halfway, so of course, we'll go through the undeveloped area."

Su Can didn't even think about it, making the decision directly.

Are you kidding? He had already gone halfway, and he was too lazy to turn back.

He might as well take the opportunity to thoroughly scour the mountains.

Especially in these deep, old forests, where human traces are rare, there are many rare types of medicinal herbs and other high-aged medicinal herbs.

He now not only had the Jade Cicada Space but also the nascent Immortal Realm above his head.

The medicinal herbs he collected later, whether placed in the space or directly planted in the New World, would all be a fortune.

With a large amount of medicinal herbs, he would be able to refine pills better.

Otherwise, having the skill of alchemy without the raw materials would be useless.

"Let's go. I'll lead the way from now on. Zhao Hao can focus on teaching them martial arts."

"This way, by the time we pass through the undeveloped area, Yang Fan and the others will also have some fighting capability."

Su Can had great confidence in the transformation of Yang Fan and the others.

Not to mention their bodies, which were almost free of impurities, with strong bone structure and abundant qi and blood.

Just the fish soup and fish meat they ate, which contained the qi of creation and transformation, was enough to cause a huge change in their innate potential and comprehension. Cultivating immortality would be easy, let alone just practicing martial arts.

Next, everyone set off.

Soon, everyone was pleasantly surprised to discover the tangible benefits they now possessed.

Before, they would be out of breath after continuously trekking through the mountains for half an hour, needing to rest before they could continue.

But now, their physiques had undergone a great change. Each of them had strong bones, abundant qi and blood, and vibrant spirits.

After walking for half an hour continuously, not only did they not feel tired, but they felt as if their bodies had just warmed up, gaining more energy as they walked.

A full hour passed, and these people were still chatting and laughing, not feeling tired in the slightest.

They weren't even red-faced or breathless, as if walking for over an hour was nothing to them.

"Old Su is simply too amazing. I don't know what methods he used to make us so strong."

"We've been trekking for over an hour, and I don't even feel tired. I haven't even broken a sweat!"

Yang Fan couldn't help but exclaim in shock.

Zhang Chao was also both shocked and delighted, "Who says not? With this stamina now, I feel like I'd have enough energy to date ten or eight girlfriends at once!"

"Zhang Chao, what did you say?!"

A jade-like hand suddenly appeared on Zhang Chao's ear, twisting it hard.

"Ouch! It hurts, it hurts, let go, quickly let go! Wasn't I just joking with Yang Fan?"

Zhang Chao cried out in pain from the twisting, "Is it really necessary to be so serious?"

"But speaking of which, wife, your hands have gotten much whiter, they even look reflective, and you're even more beautiful."

"Hmph, stop flattering me. Who's your wife!"

Women love to hear pretty words. One moment she was angry, the next she was beaming with joy from Zhang Chao's compliment, and she released his ear with a feigned pout.

"I'm not flattering you, I'm telling the truth. If you don't believe me, ask Yang Fan and He Yuan."

Zhang Chao quickly protested, giving Yang Fan and He Yuan a wink.

Yang Fan and He Yuan also quickly chimed in, "Old Zhang is right, he's not lying at all. You and Zhu Lei are now simply radiant, with a glow from within. You're much more beautiful."

"Alright, stop chattering. I think this place is quite suitable, and there should be a lot of medicinal herbs around. You all can move freely here for a bit while I scout the surroundings."

After Su Can finished speaking, his figure flashed, and he quickly departed.

He no longer deliberately concealed his skills in front of Zhao Hao and his group.

Showing a little bit appropriately also gave everyone a sense of his capabilities.

Anyway, he didn't summon thunder or lightning as soon as he acted, so it wasn't too shocking.

"Goodness, did you see how Old Su left? I saw him take one step, but how did he cover such a long distance in an instant, like a ghost!"

"Is this the legendary footwork?"

"Or is it an extremely powerful light-body technique?"

"It's not light-body technique, is it? Can't light-body technique make you fly?"

"What do you know? Do you really think this is like watching novels or TV shows, flying around!"

Several people looked at Su Can's receding figure, their faces filled with shock as they muttered to themselves.

At this moment, Zhao Hao turned his face and looked at the group, saying, "Instead of discussing and envying others here, why not follow me and learn some martial arts now?"

"Brother Su usually takes about fifteen minutes to half an hour to gather herbs. This time is enough for you to understand martial arts and learn a few basic moves!"

"Old Zhao is right. Let's quickly use this time to learn some moves. When we get to the Zhao Family, we won't have to rely solely on brute strength and embarrass ourselves."

After Yang Fan finished speaking, he looked at Zhao Hao with some eagerness and said, "Shall we start?"

The others also rubbed their hands together, looking eager.

"Good!"

Zhao Hao naturally wouldn't refuse. He also wanted to unleash their potential and quickly form combat strength before returning to the family, so they could become his helpers.

"Wei Dandan, Zhu Lei, you two should also observe and learn. My Zhao Family Fist emphasizes internal strengthening of qi, and it's suitable for both men and women to practice."

Zhao Hao also looked at Zhu Lei and the other woman, "Brother Su secretly gave you a great fortune, an opportunity that all martial artists would fight tooth and nail for. You absolutely must not waste it."

"In my family, there are also many female masters, heroic and spirited. You two, just like Yang Fan and the others, now have strong bones, abundant qi and blood, and are free of impurities. Once you practice martial arts, as long as your comprehension isn't too poor, you will definitely make rapid progress!"

"We two can also learn martial arts?" Zhu Lei and Wei Dandan asked in surprise.

Zhao Hao nodded, "Of course. No one says martial arts can only be practiced by men. You certainly can, it just depends on whether you have the interest."

"Of course we're interested!"

The two women said in unison. Are you kidding? Such an opportunity, even among those wealthy and prestigious families outside, would be something they'd fight tooth and nail to have.

Martial arts was truly something that could change them, and even reverse the fate of their families!

Those millionaires and billionaires, who seemed to have boundless glory, were actually like rootless duckweed.

In front of true martial arts families, they could only bow their heads and curry favor.

Or such wealthy families secretly had to rely on and pay homage to a powerful martial artist or martial arts family. Only then could they truly protect their family business.

From this, it can be seen how glorious and rare an opportunity it was to become a martial artist.

"It's good that you're interested."

Zhao Hao showed a satisfied expression; this was exactly what he wanted to hear.

"There's an open space ahead. All of you come with me. Although my Zhao Family Fist can't compare to Brother Su's inheritance, after Brother Su's guidance, it has surpassed most martial arts. It will be more than enough for you who are just starting out in martial arts."

As Zhao Hao spoke, he led the way to the open space ahead. Seeing that everyone had followed, he couldn't help but assume a stance.

"My Zhao Family Fist first emphasizes qi, and it has a strong effect on internal strengthening. Since Brother Su has strengthened your bones and blood, and your meridians are long, learning it should be mutually beneficial!"

"Now, follow me and first learn and remember the routine and moves. Later, I will teach you the essence of the Zhao Family Fist."

"Okay!"

Everyone nodded excitedly, full of anticipation.

Even Su Ran joined in the fun, coming over and watching them with some expectation.

However, Zhao Hao knew very well that he could teach Yang Fan and the others, but teaching Su Ran? He wasn't qualified for that!

"Watch closely. My Zhao Family Fist, though called 'Fist,' can also be called 'Palm,' hence it's also known as 'Rushing Thunder Palm,' suitable for both fist and palm."

As he spoke, Zhao Hao began to seriously demonstrate the routine.

To teach everyone, he deliberately slowed down the pace, very slowly, explaining as he demonstrated.

Everyone listened attentively, and after hearing it once, Zhao Hao began to lead everyone in practicing, helping them remember the set of fist techniques.