My Amazing WeChat is Connected to the Three Realms - Chapter 48

Ding Dong!

The moment Mo Kuang and Han Xiuer’s figures dissipated, Lin Hai’s phone buzzed with a notification from WeChat.

He opened it and saw a system message:

“Successfully guided wandering souls to rest. Reward: 10,000 Yin Virtue Points.”

Huh? Another reward? And such a big one?

Lin Hai had been feeling a bit down about Mo Kuang and Han Xiuer’s tragic story, but the moment he saw the virtue points, all that sadness was instantly forgotten.

He couldn’t help but curse himself inwardly, Damn, I’m such a money-grubber.

Wait, hold on.

Lin Hai suddenly realized something. This time, the reward was Yin Virtue Points, not the usual Virtue Points.

He quickly opened his wallet and saw: Virtue Points: 100. Yin Virtue Points: 10,000.

What the hell are Yin Virtue Points?

Lin Hai was completely baffled.

Ah, whatever. Having them is better than not having them.

He was also a bit puzzled by the system’s reward mechanism.

Helping Xiao Qingshan had earned him a reward, and so had helping Han Xiuer. But why didn’t he get anything for saving Bald Qiang and Liu Shan?

After some thought, Lin Hai came up with a theory.

Bald Qiang and Liu Shan were both connected to him in some way, while Xiao Qingshan and Han Xiuer were complete strangers with no prior relationship to him.

It seemed that the system only rewarded him for helping people who had no connection to him.

Yeah, that must be it.

With everything settled, Lin Hai didn’t linger any longer. He boarded the train back home.

Lying on the train bunk, Lin Hai took out his phone and opened WeChat.

He checked his Cosmic Bag and, sure enough, there was a new item inside.

Tendon-Separating and Bone-Dislocating Hand: Martial Arts Manual. Grade: High Yellow Tier.

“Oh? Martial arts have grades now?”

Extract!

Do you wish to learn?

Learn!

You have mastered the Tendon-Separating and Bone-Dislocating Hand.

Lin Hai felt a flood of information pour into his mind.

In an instant, he had fully mastered all the techniques of the Tendon-Separating and Bone-Dislocating Hand, as well as the knowledge of every joint in the human body.

It was as if he had practiced it for decades. He could now execute the moves with perfect ease.

He waved his hands in the air a few times, feeling quite pleased.

What boy hadn’t dreamed of being a martial arts hero in his youth? Lin Hai had also fantasized about being a swordsman who could kill ten men with a single strike and travel a thousand miles without leaving a trace.

It had always seemed so cool and heroic.

Now that he had mastered the Tendon-Separating and Bone-Dislocating Hand, he could probably consider himself a martial arts master.

“Tch, what a weirdo.” Just as Lin Hai was practicing his moves, a soft mutter came from the bunk above him.

Lin Hai turned his head and saw a woman in her thirties giving him a disdainful look.

When she noticed Lin Hai looking at her, she immediately glared back.

“What are you staring at? Never seen a beauty before?” With that, she rolled her eyes and turned her head away.

“Tch, calling herself a beauty with that face? Talk about delusional!” Lin Hai cursed inwardly. But since she was just a woman, he didn’t bother arguing with her.

He continued practicing his newly learned martial arts, thoroughly enjoying himself.

Ding Dong!

His phone buzzed again.

Lin Hai picked it up and saw a message from Sun Wukong.

Sun Wukong: I visited Iron Crutch Li yesterday, and the old man brought out a treasure called ‘Zhonghua Cigarettes’ to entertain me. This treasure is quite magical. He said he got it from you?

Holy crap, even Sun Wukong is smoking now.

Lin Hai couldn’t help but laugh as he imagined Sun Wukong with a cigarette dangling from his mouth.

Little Confused Immortal: Yes, Great Sage.

Sun Wukong: Do you have any more of this treasure? Could you sell me some?

Cigarettes, huh? Lin Hai checked his pocket and found half a pack of Zhonghua cigarettes.

Little Confused Immortal: Great Sage, there’s no need to be so formal. Ever since I heard about your legendary rampage in the Heavenly Palace, I’ve admired you greatly. You’re my idol! If you need anything, just ask. No need to talk about buying or selling.

Lin Hai knew that Sun Wukong’s proudest moment was his rebellion in the Heavenly Palace. After all, wasn’t that what he always bragged about? “I am the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, Sun Wukong, who caused havoc in the Heavenly Palace five hundred years ago!”

So Lin Hai decided to flatter him a bit.

Sure enough, Sun Wukong was delighted.

Sun Wukong: Hehe, back then, even a hundred thousand heavenly soldiers couldn’t do anything to me.

Little Confused Immortal: Of course! Your powers are unmatched in the entire Heavenly Realm. Even the Jade Emperor hid under his table in fear!

Sun Wukong: Haha, even now, that old man trembles when he sees me.

Ding Dong!

Sun Wukong has sent you a gourd of Monkey Wine.

Sun Wukong: This is some wine my little monkeys brewed. Take it as a gift.

Holy crap, this is awesome!

Lin Hai was thrilled. Damn, that flattery really paid off. The monkey got so happy he just sent me something!

It seemed that buttering up Sun Wukong from time to time could bring him a lot of benefits.

But Lin Hai genuinely liked Sun Wukong, so he didn’t want to take advantage of him.

Ding Dong!

You have sent Sun Wukong half a pack of Zhonghua Cigarettes.

You have sent Sun Wukong a lighter.

Little Confused Immortal: Great Sage, I’m currently traveling and only have this much on me. When I get back, I’ll send you more.

Sun Wukong: Ah, thank you, thank you! How many Virtue Points do I owe you? I’ll buy them.

Little Confused Immortal: Hmph, Great Sage, are you looking down on me? If you mention buying again, I’ll have to delete you as a friend.

Lin Hai pretended to be angry.

Sun Wukong: Don’t be mad, don’t be mad! It’s my fault. I won’t be so formal anymore. If you ever need anything, just ask me, brother.

Yes! Lin Hai pumped his fist in excitement.

Half a pack of cigarettes in exchange for a powerful ally? This was such a great deal!

Who was Sun Wukong? He was the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, the one who threw the Heavenly Palace into chaos at the drop of a hat.

Having him as a backer meant no one would dare mess with Lin Hai.

The more Lin Hai thought about it, the happier he felt.

He opened his Cosmic Bag and checked the Monkey Wine.

Monkey Wine: Brewed by the monkeys of Flower-Fruit Mountain. Effects: Strengthens the body, sharpens the mind, and prolongs life.

This is good stuff! Lin Hai praised inwardly.

The journey back from Yanyun City to Jiangnan City required a transfer in Beijing.

As Lin Hai got off the train, he suddenly remembered that Xiao Qingshan was from Beijing.

Back in his hometown, Xiao Qingshan had helped him a lot.

Then, after returning to Jiangnan City, Xiao Qingshan had even asked the military district’s Commander Zhan to look out for him. That was a significant favor.

Lin Hai was the type to repay kindness and seek revenge for wrongs.

When he had come to Beijing earlier, he hadn’t been able to visit Xiao Qingshan because he was carrying Han Xiuer’s ashes. But now, on his way back, it would be rude to pass through without paying a visit.

He took out his phone and called Xiao Qingshan.

“Haha, Xiao Lin! What brings you to call this old man?” Xiao Qingshan’s voice was hearty and loud, indicating he was in a good mood.

“Old Xiao, I had some business in Yanyun, and now I’m passing through Beijing on my way back. I thought I’d drop by to see you.”

“Oh? You’re in Beijing?” Xiao Qingshan sounded surprised.

“Yeah, I just got off the train.”

“Great! Wait at the station. I’ll send someone to pick you up.”

Soon, a black Audi A8 pulled up at Beijing West Station’s square.

Two young men got out of the car. Lin Hai recognized them—Xiao Qingshan’s driver and bodyguard, Xiao Wang and Xiao Wu.

“Brother Wang, Brother Wu, good to see you again.” Lin Hai greeted them politely.

Although these two were just a driver and a bodyguard, Lin Hai had a feeling that Xiao Qingshan’s status was anything but ordinary. That meant these two were likely more important than they seemed. If they were placed outside Beijing, even mayors and county magistrates would probably treat them with respect.

Hell, they might not even bother with you!

So Lin Hai made sure to keep his attitude humble.

“Xiao Lin, get in the car. Old Xiao has mentioned you a couple of times since he returned to Beijing,” Xiao Wu said as he ushered Lin Hai into the car.

Halfway through the journey, Xiao Wu received a phone call.

His previously calm expression suddenly changed.

“Wang Bo, turn around! Head to the General Hospital, quick!”

Lin Hai was startled. “Brother Wu, what’s wrong?”

Xiao Wu paused, then said gravely, “The Xiao family… something’s happened.”