Douluo: A Century-old Legend I Am the Second Uncle Chenxin

Everyone stood in the sun, their shadows were stretched short, and it was obvious that it was noon.

Zhang Ci looked up at the sky and broke the silence: "Okay, it's noon. Let's eat something to replenish our energy, and then we will start to leave here."

Just then, a breeze blew by, bringing with it the unique fresh scent of the distant mountains and forests.

Chen Xiaojun took a deep breath, feeling the gift of nature, then turned to Zhang Ci and said, "Teacher Zhang, this cave is so spacious and warm, it's a great place for a barbecue. After we finish eating, we can take a good rest here."

Zhu Wuneng quickly agreed, "Yes, there is a cave here where we can have a barbecue! Ah Fu, come here and suck the poison back for me!"

Chen Shurui couldn't help but nod and said, "These Blazing Winged Spiritual Luans are all good things, don't waste them."

When everyone heard this, they all nodded.

After eating dry food for two or three days, my mouth is dry and tastes bitter.

This is the bad thing about the mountains, especially the Shero Mountains, where there are many birds and wolves, and people generally don't dare to make fires and create smoke, unlike in the forest where there are big trees to provide shelter.

Zhang Ci looked at the children with eager eyes, then looked around. This was the vicinity of a dormant volcano, so there was already a lot of smoke, so it should be okay to start a fire.

Zhang Ci thought about it, and finally nodded cautiously and said, "Okay, but be careful not to make the smoke too big and cause unnecessary trouble."

When Zhu Wuneng heard that he could barbecue, he immediately jumped up happily: "Great! I'll go find some firewood now!"

Chen Mu patted him and looked at him like a fool: "Why are you looking for firewood? There is flame grass below, just pick some."

Zhu Wuneng slapped his forehead and said, "Okay."

As he said this, he ran down the cave with springs installed on the soles of his feet.

Chen Mu smiled and shouted at his back: "Look at how anxious you are. The flame grass is over there. Pick it slowly. Don't be impatient."

Chen Shurui was not to be outdone. He rolled up his sleeves and acted like a chef: "Leave these Blazing-Winged Spiritual Phoenixes to me. I promise to turn them into a mouth-watering meal!"

Ma Liang and Ma Wencai came over and volunteered: "Myna, let us do it. We are good at dealing with feathers."

After saying that, they squatted down and began to pluck the feathers carefully, not even afraid of the heat.

Chen Shurui listened and nodded: "Okay, these feathers and other things are all good things. We have to collect them. We can sell them for money or do other things later."

"By the way, keep the parts with the logo. They can be exchanged for points for the academy."

"I remember there is a small stream five miles away. We can go there to get some clean water."

Upon hearing this, Chen Mu immediately volunteered: "Then I'll go get some water, and explore the surroundings to see if there's anything else that needs attention."

Chen Xiaojun took out something and said, "Old Five, be careful. Don't forget to bring this flare. If anything happens, send a signal immediately."

Chen Mu took the flare, nodded, and walked out of the cave.

The others also started to get busy, each doing their own job, busy and orderly. Chen Xiaojun also took out barbecue tools and a lot of spices from his new Void Bracelet.

This void bracelet is his other storage soul guide device. It has a large space of more than 100 square meters. It is a large commercial storage soul guide device given by the Ning family of Liuli Chamber of Commerce.

Otherwise, the storage space of ordinary soul guides is limited. Who would put a barbecue grill or something like that? It would be good enough to have spices.

In the past few years, he has been the Minister of Economic Management, and the families that have interacted with him have given him many good things.

This cave is quite large, nearly thirty meters wide. It seems that such a large cave was specially modified by the Fiery Winged Spirit Luan, otherwise it would be difficult to have such a large cave.

The lava walls and minerals in the cave complemented each other, making it quite warm. The firelight shining on their faces made them look particularly cozy.

Not long after, Chen Mu returned with clear water and reported that nothing unusual was found around.

Watching them busying around, Chen Xiaojun walked out of the cave and saw Zhang Ci standing aside, gesturing with a scroll in his hand. He sometimes frowned, and sometimes nodded thoughtfully.

Chen Xiaojun walked over and saw that it was a map of the nearby mountains.

"Teacher Zhang, are you researching the route?" Chen Xiaojun asked.

Zhang Ci looked up at him and said seriously, "We have now penetrated more than 200 miles, and the edge of the soul beast core area is just ahead."

"We have to turn here and avoid entering more dangerous areas."

The Xie Luo Mountains stretch for thousands of miles from east to west and are also quite wide from north to south, ranging from a few hundred miles to thousands of miles. The mountains on their side are eight or nine hundred miles wide.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiaojun also put away his smile and nodded seriously: "I understand, we will be careful. However, for this Blazing Winged Spirit Luan, it is worth walking a few dozen miles more."

Zhang Ci nodded without refutation and continued, "This place is quite dangerous. Most of the soul beasts that are more than ten thousand years old live here. If you hadn't repeatedly assured me that it was okay, I really wouldn't dare to bring you here."

"From here, we can cross five mountains and reach Bailu Mountain where the Blazing Guardian Beast is in two days. Then we will reach the territory of the Shadow Scaled Beast."

"The environment along the way is very complex. We have to take detours in some places. We must act with caution."

“Let alone a 50,000-year-old True King-level high-level soul beast rushing out of the core area, we may even run into a powerful soul beast or a group of soul beasts on the road at any time, and then we will be in trouble.”

Chen Xiaojun chuckled and said, "It depends on your luck. If you really can't avoid it, then you can only fight it head-on."

Zhang Ci rolled his eyes helplessly and responded, "We'll talk about it when the time comes. It's too early to think about it now."

Chen Xiaojun didn't seem to want to stop there, and continued to ask: "Then does the teacher have any other tricks?"

Zhang Ci shook his head and said frankly: "No, if we can beat them, we fight, if we can't, we run away, but in most cases we choose to run away."

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Soon, wisps of smoke began to rise in the cave, carrying the appetizing aroma and spreading slowly.

Zhu Wuneng turned the skewer of meat in his hand while swallowing his saliva: "Oh, this smell is simply amazing! I can't wait!"

Chen Shurui smiled and handed him a skewer of grilled meat: "Don't worry, I'll give you the first skewer. Try it and see how it tastes."

Zhu Wuneng couldn't wait to take it, took a bite, and his eyes lit up immediately: "Wow! It's so delicious! The meat is tender and the spices are just right. It's simply a delicacy!"

Everyone sat around and began to enjoy this rare barbecue time.

Zhang Ci also temporarily put down the map and joined them.

Zhu Wuneng shouted happily, "Master, Teacher Zhang, the meat is ready. Do you want wings, legs, breasts, or the precious phoenix heart?"

Zhang Ci sniffed the alluring aroma and exclaimed, "I've heard of the reputation of Chen's new spices for a long time. After tasting it today, it really lives up to its reputation."

Zhu Wuneng proudly introduced: "This is sprinkled with cumin, there is chili powder and pepper salt powder on the table, and there are also various carefully prepared sauces over there, including seafood sauce, truffle sauce, dry pot sauce, everything you can think of."

Zhang Ci's eyes were attracted by the small piece of wing meat that exuded the aroma of cumin. "Let's take this. It looks very appetizing."

Sure enough, barbecue must be served with cumin and juejuezi.

Zhang Ci took a bite and felt extremely refreshed. The barbecue was yellow on the outside and tender on the inside, crispy but not greasy. A warm current instantly flowed through his body.

"The meat is of top quality, and the flavor of the spices makes it even better," Zhang Ci praised.

Zhu Wuneng laughed and said, "Teacher, your reaction is too exaggerated. You look like someone who has never tasted spices."

Zhang Ci smiled bitterly and said, "Although we have some of these new spices at home, the quantity is not large."

"How many good things can I buy with my meager salary?"

"This is all thanks to your Chen family, who have donated a lot of funds and materials to the college in recent years."

Although he was a senior teacher at Chang'an College and had a considerable salary, after deducting the expenses for cultivation and family, there was little left.

Speaking of the changes that the Chen family has brought to Chang'an College in recent years, in addition to the improvement of concepts, theories and influence, the most direct one is the generous donations.

For example, a large sum of money was used to maintain the college's daily needs and academic research, donated to build buildings, and provided a large amount of logistical material subsidies, such as elixirs, drinks, spices, etc.

The Chen family's actions also prompted various forces in Chang'an City to donate to Chang'an College. The college was even discussing various fundraising measures proposed by Chen Xiaojun, such as donating a monument, donating a commemorative album, and naming rights for facilities.

In addition to the direct funding from the Imperial Ministry of Education, the Chen family also successfully attracted more funding from the Chang'an government.

As soon as Chen Cong and Chen Xiaojun went to the Chang'an government office, the effect was immediate.

What's more, when the Chen family trades with other forces, they will secretly prompt the other party to give some donations or benefits to Chang'an College.

Because of this, the academic output of the college has grown significantly, and the welfare benefits of faculty have nearly doubled, with even more generous benefits such as pensions.

This quickly allowed Chen Cong and the Chen family to win the hearts of most faculty and staff, including some senior teachers.

After all, no one can resist money, especially at a time when the college’s teaching results are constantly improving.

Although Zhang Ci was born into a second-grade powerful family and possessed a mutated sixth-grade martial spirit, the Wild Wind Eagle, he was still considered a commoner in the world of soul masters, and his family could not provide him with too many training resources.

His martial soul mutated from the second grade to the sixth grade, which was already a considerable improvement, while Ma Wencai only improved from the second grade to the fifth grade.

Zhu Wuneng wiped the remaining oil stains from the corners of his mouth with satisfaction, his face filled with a contented smile.

Seeing this, Gao Cuilan gently handed him a tissue and said with a hint of reproach: "It's really ugly. Don't wipe it with your hands all the time. Don't you know that?"

Zhu Wuneng chuckled and responded nonchalantly: "Teacher, Master, what were you two talking about just now?"

Chen Xiaojun glanced at her and said with a smile: "Teacher, he is actually worried about you. He is afraid that you will be roasted and eaten by the soul beast. Then he will not be able to explain to others."

Zhang Ci also smiled and continued, "Well, I am always worried every day when I take care of you precious students."

Su Ningxia covered her mouth and chuckled, "Hehe, the counselor is worried about you too."

Chen Shurui nodded and agreed, "Yes, yes, yes. The deputy class teacher looked worried and about to cry that day. He seemed to be very distressed about you."

Chen Mu also joined in the teasing, "Cousin, do you regret being your teacher's assistant?"

Zhang Ci was amused by everyone and didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "How can it be so exaggerated as you say."

The deputy class leader is their counselor Mu Zilian, who is also Chen Mu's cousin. This class can be said to be led by the couple Zhang Ci and Mu Zilian.

There was a hint of helplessness in Zhang Ci's words, but also a hint of warmth.

He looked at Chen Mu, his eyes flickering with a bit of smile, "Shu Rui, don't talk nonsense, your deputy classmate is very dedicated to her duties and has never regretted it. Besides, with her around, I feel a lot more at ease."

Chen Shurui chuckled and shrugged, "I was just joking to liven up the atmosphere."

"But seriously, teacher, you and the deputy class leader are the pillars of our class. With you around, we feel especially at ease."