Chapter 53: Heavy Gold Recruitment

  "This is a universal deposit slip of the First Merchant House of Han, Fuyu Merchant House. With this deposit slip, you can withdraw gold coins at any branch of Fuyu in the entire country of Han."

  Lin Heng picked it up and took a look, inhaling a mouthful of cold air: "Two hundred thousand taels of gold!"

  Although he didn't know about external affairs, his mother was very frugal in daily life, and occasionally he would ask a few questions. As for daily expenses, at least when buying food, he still knew a little bit. Two hundred thousand taels of gold were enough for him to live for two or three hundred years. Plus the whole box of pearls and jade, worth almost thirty million!

  "The Cao family is indeed the number one in Qingniu Town, just this handwriting alone scares us poor devils who have never seen a big scene to death!" Lin Heng exclaimed.

  It's free money, and it's from a wealthy family, so don't refuse! Lin Heng was straightforward about it. To him, this amount of money might be astronomical, but to the Cao family, it's just a drop in the bucket. The Cao family is being generous because they see potential in his future and want to build a relationship with him ahead of time, without asking him to do anything specific. If he doesn't accept, not only would he be slapping their face, but I'd also think he's brainless!

  Lin Hang is not a fool, and he would be happy to have more good things come his way.

  "These are secondary, the key is what's inside the small box." Lin Yao said, pointing at the box on the jewelry.

  Lin Heng also noticed the exquisite and beautiful black box early, and felt a warmth in his palm. He didn't know what material the black box was made of, but despite the intricate carvings on its surface with varying depths, when he touched it, not only did he feel a warm current, but it was also as smooth as a beautiful woman's delicate and slippery skin.

  The box opened, and a faint, soothing energy floated out. In front of Lin Huan, a black inkstone appeared. Although Lin Huan didn't know what the inkstone was used for, based on its aura, anyone present could sense that it was a treasured item.

  "This is the 'Inkstone of No Thoughts', I've heard about it before. It's said that this object was treasured by Cao Guan, the master of the Cao family manor. Placed in his study, whenever Cao Guan felt anxious or depressed, he would take out this inkstone and grind some ink to write with. Firstly, it could relieve a congested chest; secondly, it could warm and nourish his inner energy. Even when faced with turbulent emotions, as long as he dipped the brush in ink and wrote quickly, it could help him cultivate his inner energy."

  "Can writing also cultivate?" Lin Hong listened and felt it was magical too.

  "Wu Nian Mo Yan is a second-grade treasure, its value cannot be estimated by ordinary objects. ... The treasure has always been owned by those world-renowned sects, even if the wealthy and powerful own a lot of gold, they still can't buy it. The essence of "Wu Nian Mo Yan" lies in the two words "no thought", not only can it help cultivate, but also increase the speed of martial artists by 5% on the basis of ordinary cultivation. It is useful for those below third-grade."

  The martial artist's martial power is far superior to that of ordinary people, but there are also confrontations between martial artists. Therefore, among those with similar boundaries, martial artists must think deeply and come up with ways to make up for their deficiencies and increase their strength. From ancient times, there have been various channels passed down to assist in increasing or making up for one's strength, such as rare elixirs, top-grade weapons, formations, and incantations. On the mainland, the most common tools used to aid martial artists are weapons, armor, boots, and winged shoes. These types of weapons have special energies infused within them through a special forging process, which can double their killing power when facing an enemy, delivering a crushing blow.

  There is also a kind of treasure instrument, the difference between treasure instrument and weapon lies in that the auxiliary function of treasure instrument is not against the enemy, but other auxiliary functions, such as healing, increasing cultivation speed, making up for certain functional deficiencies...

  In Lin Guang's knowledge books, the treasure devices are divided into one to nine grades, with the above and middle two stages. The first three grades are lower, the fourth to sixth grades are middle, and the seventh to ninth grades are just filling in the gaps. Because each treasure device is not only required to be cast by a high-level warrior but also requires some extremely rare materials, the seven-grade treasure devices have disappeared and become legends. Even in the vast Han country, there has been no mention of seven-grade or higher treasure devices.

  Lin Heng was in trouble, compared to those jewels and gold, "Wu Nian Mo Zhu" was the truly valuable thing that made him feel embarrassed.

  It is said that offering excessive courtesy when there's no need is either deceitful or thieving. The Cao family may not have had any ill intentions when they invested heavily in themselves, but eating from others' mouths and accepting their favors will ultimately lead to owing them a debt of gratitude.

  "In the past, some new martial artists have excelled in washing herbs or advancing to higher levels. In other villages, it's customary for people to send congratulatory gifts. However, the Cao family is a prominent household and rarely looks down on us small villagers, let alone offers gifts. But now, he has given you such a generous gift, I previously discussed with your brother-in-law, I'm afraid the Cao family wants to recruit you as an inner disciple."

  Lin Heng also had some understanding of the so-called inner disciples, shaking his head and saying: "If you want to change your surname and household registration, buy your way into the Cao family, and acknowledge the Cao family as your father. Even if the Cao family gave me half of their property, it's still impossible. Lin Heng may not have any backbone left, but he can't do such a thing that would shame his ancestors!"

  Lin Yao was somewhat unprepared for such a violent reaction, after all, entering the inner door disciples here is not only common, but also often fought for a quota with broken heads and bloodshed. Entering the Cao family is not as Lin Rao thought, to sever ties with his original family. It's just that he will be used by the Cao family for life, without the permission of the Cao family, he cannot accept employment from others.

  Seeing Lin Huan's proud and unyielding demeanor, as well as his heartfelt loyalty to the Lin family and Qili Gou, he was also deeply moved.

  Lin Heng sighed, forget it, just accept it. If the Cao family is in trouble, he might lend a hand, but joining the Cao family as a disciple was absolutely out of the question.

  "Dad, the things you've sent are enough for our family to eat for two or three years. I have a suggestion, let's donate these gold, silver and jewels to the village. Last time, the disaster caused by the old evil thing destroyed nearly a hundred houses and many people lost their lives. We were lucky to escape this calamity, if we donate this money to the village, it can also help others solve their urgent problems."

  Lin Yao is not a miser, and his feelings for Qili Gou are far deeper than Lin Heng's. As soon as he heard this, he nodded in agreement.

  Lin Heng put the "Wu Nian Mo Yan" back in its box and handed it to his father, saying: "Father, from now on you don't have to go hunting in the deep mountains. When you're free at home, practice your calligraphy more often. This 'Wu Nian Mo Yan' is a gift for you. I just want to work hard and cultivate myself, relying on my own abilities to advance, not relying on external objects."

  What's the use of sending me an inkstone, I know my culture is low and I'm afraid to write. Even if it were a second-grade treasure, I'd be too lazy to use it. Lin Heng took advantage of the situation to "borrow flowers to offer Buddha" and instead gave it to his father.

  Lin Yào waved his hand and said, "No way, it's not that I don't want to accept it. It's just that your dad has been illiterate since he was a child, and even if he recognizes a few characters, it's still just those few. You're asking me to practice calligraphy, aren't you trying to humiliate me?! Your filial piety is appreciated, but this pretentious elegant thing is really not suitable for me."

  Lin Heng couldn't help but feel amused, for in this regard, he and his father were surprisingly consistent.

  It's just a second-rate treasure, if it's not used, keeping it as a collection is also a waste. He thought of his brother-in-law Zhou Ze and immediately shook his head. The Cao family was his employer, let alone Zhou Ze didn't dare to want it. Even if he wanted it, he would be nervous and afraid to let others know, otherwise people would gossip.

  "Tribe leader!" He flashed through his mind, "No wonder, the tribe leader has always been fond of calligraphy, and there are several pieces of his past masterpieces hanging in the main hall. Giving him the 'Inkstone of No Thoughts' is just like matching a fine horse with a precious saddle."

  For this patriarch who has devoted his life to Qili Gou and has a strong dream, Lin Huan has long regarded him as a kind teacher and father.

  If it weren't for Huo Tianzhao's full assistance, he might not have reached the second-grade boundary and glory today. Huo Tianzhao's magnanimous heart and upright handling style made him highly respected by the villagers. Not to mention, towards Lin Heng, he really gave his all to provide everything he could give.

  Lin Heng is not an ungrateful person. Although "No Thought Inkstone" is precious, it's still not enough to repay the kindness that Huo Tianzhao has shown him.

  He told his father about this idea and his father also agreed on the spot.

  Lin Heng then shifted his gaze to another box.

  This trunk is a gift from "Duobao Fang", it's even bigger and heavier than the one from Cao's family. Is it all gold inside? Lin Heng tried to use force, but the trunk didn't budge! It's so heavy, what on earth is inside?

  About "Duobao Fang", Lin knows very little. He only knows that it is a very powerful chain store similar to the previous life, with branches all over every big city and small town in Hankou, selling items needed by warriors, so everything in the store is extremely expensive, ordinary people can't afford to enter at all. As for who the owner behind is, what kind of mysterious force this huge power is, he knows nothing about it.

  He never thought "Duobao Fang" would notice him, let alone give him such a "heavy" gift!

  Lift up the lid of the box, and inside is a yellowish-brown bathtub! Apart from this, there's nothing else!