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"Should I draw another golden wish point or not?"
Soon, he understood why he should keep it. This thing couldn't save his life, so he might as well use it now. Who knows, it might even rapidly boost his strength.
"Let's draw."
The golden wish draw wheel spun magnificently.
"Good things, it must give me good things."
Leon Wei waited eagerly, the wheel spinning.
[Congratulations on drawing: Storage Ring]
...?
"What?"
Leon Wei looked stunned at the item drawn. How could a storage ring from a fantasy novel randomly appear here?
A plain black ring appeared in his palm.
"Nice."
Leon Wei rejoiced inwardly. Who wouldn't want a storage ring? It was essential for daily life, travel, and all sorts of activities.
He put the ring on, feeling a connection forming with it.
"Store."
The table he touched vanished instantly.
"Retrieve."
The table reappeared.
He enjoyed playing around with this ability, feeling ecstatic and carefree.
The next morning, at dawn!
The Lin Family Martial Arts Hall was bustling with many people, drums beating, and a lively atmosphere as visitors kept coming.
"Master..."
Jin Ray was stunned at the sight of his master. The master's physique was even more robust than before, towering taller.
"What? Don't recognize me?" Leon Wei smiled, knowing exactly what had shocked Jin Ray. The overnight transformation was quite significant, and with the introduction of the Crimson Overlord Armor, he exuded an indescribable aura.
Fiery, scorching, like a furnace.
"No, I just feel that Master looks even more formidable than before," Jin Ray said.
"Big Brother, you're wrong. Master has always been formidable," Wang Haizhu retorted, then obediently walked up to Leon Wei, grinning, with the bandage on his head standing out.
Looking at Wang Haizhu, Leon Wei said, "You're too sweet. After we're done here, I'll grant you a boon."
"Oh..." Wang Haizhu's eyes lit up. "Master, what kind of boon?"
"Things in society, children shouldn't inquire about. When the time comes, you'll know," Leon Wei teased, keeping Wang Haizhu curious.
And then, he waited for the appearance of the other person's wish.
Things weren't given for free.
There had to be a return.
Sure enough, Haizhu couldn't wait. The wish appeared, albeit small, but it was a good start.
"Oh."
Wang Haizhu scratched his head, the only flaw being his bald head.
At the entrance of the martial arts hall, as Leon Wei appeared, the people cheered.
"Congratulations, Leon Wei! Hail Leon Wei! Avenging past grievances, ensuring peace in Wuzhen."
"Following Leon Wei means oily mouths and earning big."
"Leon Wei, when will you take on disciples? I want to send my child to learn martial arts."
The Lin Family Martial Arts Hall was now completely different, standing tall in Ankang County. No one dared to underestimate Leon Wei, and now, with the earth-shattering change in his aura, he seemed like a mountain, a blazing furnace in their eyes.
His imposing presence alone could intimidate them.
Leon Wei was quite satisfied with the atmosphere at that moment. All the effort was to make a name in Ankang County, establish a firm footing, and become the respected Leon Wei that everyone admired.
Suddenly, he saw Douhua Lv, or rather, Douhua Lv who was selling tofu pudding.
Strange.
Douhua Lv had made a fortune, yet here he was still selling his wares. What shocked him even more was that Tank Jin Hua, the woman from the brothel whom no one paid attention to, was accompanying Douhua Lv.
It seemed Douhua Lv had used the money to buy her freedom.
A one-time cost versus no cost each time.
Clearly, Kai Zen understood this principle.
Looking at Douhua Lv's wish, it remained simple and sincere.
"Everyone, we won't be hosting a feast at the Lin Family Martial Arts Hall today. But I'll treat everyone to tofu pudding. Head over to Kai Zen's place, and all expenses will be on me," Leon Wei declared boldly, offering a generous treat.
At five coins a bowl of tofu pudding, with Kai Zen's stock, it wouldn't even cost a silver coin. Eat freely, enjoy the food without restraint.
"Thank you, Leon Wei."
"Leon Wei is generous."
The people loved to join in the fun, especially when there was free food.
Leon Wei had already planned for the future. He had to continue working hard. As for the outcome of the Three Halls Martial Arts Competition, he wasn't worried at all. He could handle them easily, kicking and fighting as he pleased, effortlessly gaining the upper hand.
The position of the External Affairs Manager was within his grasp.
"Leon Wei, do you know? Something big happened in Ankang County last night," a villager said.
"What happened?" Leon Wei asked.
"Inspector Mo Wangnian was attacked last night, seriously injured. I heard he's been crippled, lying in the inspectorate for fear of retaliation."
Upon hearing this news, Leon Wei's face changed abruptly.
How could Mo Wangnian be in trouble?
He was the wish of five golden wish points.
With that in mind, he quickly gave Jin Ray a few instructions and hurried towards the inspectorate.
"Who the hell did this? Ruining my plans."
With his increased strength, Leon Wei's mindset had changed. He was confident he could handle anything.
Of course, he already suspected who was behind it.
It was either the Three Elements Association or the Black Stone Martial Arts Hall.
After all, Mo Wangnian had always wanted to uproot the Black Stone Martial Arts Hall, disrupting their operations. His assassination was normal, and the previous attempt on his life was likely due to interfering with the Black Stone Martial Arts Hall's activities.
Inspectorate.
Mo Wangnian looked despairingly at his legs. They were crippled, truly crippled. Last night, he was ambushed by thirteen skilled individuals. He fought back with all his might, but he was gravely injured in the process.
He knew he might never walk again.
The constables surrounded Mo Wangnian, some sighing, some helpless, and some even gloating. After all, Mo Wangnian had been at odds with the Black Stone Martial Arts Hall, depriving them of any benefits.
Now that he was a cripple, he wouldn't be able to stop them anymore.
"Brother Mo, how are you holding up?"
Leon Wei arrived in a hurry, seeing Mo Wangnian lying on the bed with his legs bandaged.
The other constables recognized Leon Wei immediately, the rising star in Ankang County.
"I'm fine."
Mo Wangnian was surprised by Leon Wei's arrival but could only shake his head helplessly, indicating there was nothing he could do.
Leon Wei noticed that Mo Wangnian's wish hadn't changed.
He breathed a sigh of relief.
Mo Wangnian's determination to eradicate the Black Stone Martial Arts Hall was deep.
Even after being crippled, he showed no signs of wavering.
Leon Wei touched Mo Wangnian's legs.
"It's useless. The doctor said they're completely crippled," Mo Wangnian said.
"No, there's still hope."
As soon as he said that, Mo Wangnian was stunned.
The constables in the room also stared, dumbfounded, at Leon Wei.
What?
There's still hope?
At that moment, Leon Wei understood why he had drawn the Black Jade Wound Ointment. It wasn't meant for himself but for Mo Wangnian.
It was simply too coincidental.
Even a brain-dead scriptwriter wouldn't dare to write this.