I Can Use Myriad Divine Abilities-Chapter 43: The Bet

[Source Material: 5.7]

Glancing at the panel, Zhang Yuan delivered all the newly acquired Source Material to the body of the Divine Nest.

Upgrading the Divine Nest had become the most important task at hand, as only by adding more chambers could he accommodate new Genetic Bodies and acquire more Extraordinary Abilities.

Immediately after, Zhang Yuan gathered the clothes on the floor.

Then he grabbed the oil lamp on the table and threw it on top.

Blazing flames erupted instantly!

The next moment, Zhang Yuan’s silhouette vanished from the room.

A moment later, a hoarse voice suddenly echoed in the alley: "Fire alert~"

At this time, the tightly closed doors and windows of the neighbors opened, with many people nervously sticking their heads out to look around.

Some neighbors had actually heard the commotion earlier.

But no one came out for the spectacle.

Because the ruffians living here usually acted arrogantly, everyone was afraid to stay clear, daring not to approach actively!

If they saw something they shouldn’t have, they might get into trouble!

But now hearing the call of fire, the situation was different.

A fire would affect the whole neighborhood!

"Quick, put out the fire!"

When everyone saw that something had indeed happened, they quickly grabbed water buckets and basins to rush out, feverishly fighting the fire together.

Amidst the chaos and clamor, Zhang Yuan quietly slipped away from the alley.

Without disturbing anyone.

The next day, he first went to the dock outside the city to find Chen Zhize.

Chen Zhize was the Outer Hall Incense Master of the Furious Whale Gang, usually managing matters at the docks.

Zhang Yuan had joined the Furious Whale Gang for a short time, and among the few people he knew, he was closest to this Incense Master.

Upon learning of Zhang Yuan’s intention, Chen Zhize laughed and said, "It’s simple. As long as you become a formal disciple of the Battle Hall and make another achievement, you’ll be eligible to apply to purchase land and build a house in Wu Manor."

When the Furious Whale Gang’s Linhai Sub-Branch was constructing the Wharf Castle, they bought a large tract of land around it.

Some of this land was cultivated into fertile fields, while another part was allocated to the gang members for settling their families and close kin.

Those disciples who couldn’t afford houses in the county thus had a place to settle.

Greatly enhancing the gang’s cohesion.

"Didn’t you buy a house in the county?"

Chen Zhize asked curiously, "Is it uncomfortable to live there?"

"Mainly the hassle of commuting every day."

Zhang Yuan explained, "I don’t want to waste too much time on the road; it’s better to use the time for training!"

He didn’t mention the safety issue; after all, this reason was strong enough.

Sure enough, Chen Zhize didn’t doubt him, sighing, "No wonder Instructor Dong values you so much. There are really not many young people as diligent as you, much better than Xu Zhengyang and the others." 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

The group of young men, including Xu Zhengyang, were offspring of the Furious Whale Gang. They had been influenced since childhood and guided by elders, yet they couldn’t compare to the outsider Zhang Yuan.

In fact, both Dong Yuanwei and Chen Zhize knew about the exclusion and isolation Zhang Yuan faced from Xu Zhengyang’s group.

But they never intervened, wanting to see how Zhang Yuan would handle such matters.

And Zhang Yuan’s performance did not disappoint!

Chen Zhize appreciated him even more: "When the time comes, come find me, and I’ll help you find a good place."

"Thank you, Brother Chen!"

Zhang Yuan bowed in gratitude and then asked, "There’s one more thing, I want to buy a small boat and make use of my spare time to fish in the river to supplement my household. I wonder if this would violate the rules of the gang?"

Due to strange reasons, Qianfeng Mountain was currently sealed off, prohibiting anyone from entering.

Zhang Yuan’s path to obtaining Source Material through hunting was thus cut off.

But the Source Material was crucial for him, so he had to find another path.

And now, with Zhang Yuan taking on another identity, he couldn’t act recklessly, so he sought advice from Chen Zhize.

Chen Zhize laughed heartily, "This isn’t within the bounds of the gang’s regulations. You can fish as much as you like, as long as it doesn’t interfere with the tasks assigned from above."

In fact, it’s very normal for members of the Furious Whale Gang to have other means of livelihood.

Fishing, selling fish, opening shops...

Most were run by family members.

After thinking for a moment, Chen Zhize added, "Come over earlier tomorrow, and I’ll introduce you to an old fisherman. He can take you out a few times, and after gaining some experience, it’s best to go down the river on your own."

Zhang Yuan was delighted: "Thank you!"

Calling him Brother Chen wasn’t in vain; Chen Zhize was incredibly considerate!

"No need to be polite between us brothers!"

Chen Zhize waved his hand, "It’s getting late, you should hurry to Whale Castle."

Although fishing was an important matter, Zhang Yuan hadn’t forgotten his current identity.

He rushed to Whale Castle at the fastest speed and began a new day of diligent and arduous training.

While other disciples were still struggling with the water basins under the scorching sun in the Martial Arts Arena,

Zhang Yuan was in the spacious and bright Wooden Man Room, practicing and comprehending higher levels of the Thunderous Palm Force.

Until the afternoon, suddenly someone broke into the Wooden Man Room.

It was none other than Xu Zhengyang!

Seeing Zhang Yuan, the young man lifted his chin with arrogance, "Zhang Yuan, I’ve also qualified to be here now!"

Zhang Yuan glanced at him and said indifferently, "Congratulations."

However, Zhang Yuan’s indifferent attitude made Xu Zhengyang very displeased, prompting him to say immediately, "Don’t be cocky, I will definitely break the scales on the Wooden Doll’s skin before you. Let’s compete if you don’t believe me!"

Zhang Yuan couldn’t be bothered with the other, continuing to strike at the fish-scale-clad wooden mannequin in front of him.

According to Dong Yuanwei, once you break the scales with the Palm Force, the mastery of Thunderous Palm is considered to have reached the beginner’s level.

Then you can graduate.

In fact, for Zhang Yuan, achieving this is easy.

Once he activates the Power of the Black Giant Ant, shattering the scales forcibly would pose no problem.

But doing so would serve no purpose.

Zhang Yuan was even less inclined to engage in a petty rivalry with Xu Zhengyang—it’d be a sheer waste of time.

Seeing Zhang Yuan ignore him, Xu Zhengyang became angrily indignant, sneering, "Afraid to compete?"

Zhang Yuan just found this guy annoying, so he simply replied, "No need to compete, let’s make a bet. Whoever breaks the scales first wins, gambling one hundred silver taels!"

He glanced sideways at the other, "Do you dare?"

"Why wouldn’t I dare!"

Xu Zhengyang’s face turned beet red, and he turned to Dong Yuanwei, who had just entered the Wooden Man Room, saying, "Uncle Dong, please be a witness so no one can cheat!"

Dong Yuanwei had already overheard their conversation.

This Battle Hall Instructor laughed, "Alright."

With Xu Zhengyang’s family background and Zhang Yuan’s talent, he was glad to see the two disciples competing against each other and progressing together!

"Ha!"

The moment Dong Yuanwei finished speaking, Zhang Yuan suddenly swung his palm toward the wooden doll in front of him.

His hand instantly swelled, muscles knotting, veins bulging, as his right palm, accompanied by a howling force, heavily struck the chest of the wooden doll.

Bang!

The next moment, Zhang Yuan slowly retracted his hand.

Broken scales softly fell down!

The Wooden Man Room fell completely silent.

Witnessing the scene, Xu Zhengyang stood frozen, speechless.

He felt as if Zhang Yuan’s palm had completely disfigured his face!