Chapter 4: I'll Give You a Life of Great Wealth and Nobility

  Why did he come to this prosperous Tang Dynasty, what should he do, Qin Feng also asked himself last night.

  At this time, Cheng Yaojin had already had his own answer in his heart when he asked this question. "The national art I am cultivating is the art of strengthening the country. This is a martial art that is cultivated for the prosperity of the country. Although the young man does not have the great talent to enter the temple, he also wants to contribute to the prosperity of our great Tang Dynasty through his own efforts."

  What is said is powerful and sonorous, what is heard is stirring and thrilling.

  As a young man, Cheng Huai Min's heart was secretly stirred up with a hidden passion when he knew that what he would be learning was the art of strengthening the nation. This teacher had not made a mistake.

  "However, before that, I'd like to first set up my own business. A clever woman can't cook without rice, and a young man can't always be relying on Brother Cheng at the Cheng residence. Eventually, one has to rely on their own two hands to make a living. As for other things, we'll take it slowly after settling down. There are still many places I need to learn from."

  "Good kid, Old Cheng can see that you have an extraordinary ambition in your heart. Since you don't want to rely on the power of my family to grow up, I won't stop you. However, as a martial artist, it's acceptable not to take the imperial examination, but becoming a merchant, which is considered the lowest and most contemptible profession, isn't that a bit inappropriate?"

  What's wrong with merchants? In prosperous ages of past dynasties, which one didn't have the promotion of businessmen.

  Without the accumulation of primitive capital, even a wise and virtuous emperor like Emperor Taizong of Tang would not have been able to create a prosperous era like the Zhenguan period.

  "Merchants are after profit, Cheng Lao Ge, we martial artists value clarity of thought, directly pointing to the heart. Merchants' pursuit of benefit is no different from our purpose in practicing martial arts. Since I've made up my mind, I won't care about outsiders ridiculing or humiliating me. As for social status, I'd say people are too ignorant, a vast empire can't function without any link, without merchants, the Tang Dynasty's treasury wouldn't have enough silver to resist the disturbances of the Turks and Tuyuhun."

  "This principle, brother also understands. However, once you enter this profession, it's hard to get into the imperial court again. Even with my help, it's difficult to get an official position. Why not join me in the Imperial Guard and make a name for yourself? With your skills, Qin Xiaozi, it's only a matter of time before you achieve great things."

  "Yes, teacher, if you enter the Imperial Guard, Father will definitely give you a position as a junior officer. Besides, our Cheng family doesn't mind having one more person to feed, why bother going out and making a show of yourself."

  Qin Feng shook his head, and the father and son said that these were also a magnificent way.

  If it were the former Qin Feng, perhaps he would have agreed. There's nothing more valuable than being trained in the Cold Weapon King's army.

  However, Qin Feng, who had now elevated his will to the realm of transforming vigor, seemed to have some understanding of the mindset of "Hong Chen" that his master had told him about.

  The world is full of temptations; if one cannot truly enter it, how can he transcend it and attain spiritual fulfillment?

  Moreover, in the early Tang Dynasty, apart from those four great aristocratic families and the Li family of Taiyuan, there were very few people who had really become rich. The majority of ordinary people were still struggling for a meal.

  Qin Feng has a vision that transcends thousands of years, if he doesn't utilize these advantages to make the country strong, it would be a waste of his mastery of national skills, without a country there is no skill.

  The idea of valuing agriculture and despising commerce is a corrupt thought that has been passed down for thousands of years. Qin Feng hopes to change this wrong idea from its heyday through his own efforts.

  "Cheng, I've already made up my mind, so please don't try to persuade me. As for the financial aspect, I'll take care of it myself. One day is enough, and if possible, I'd like to borrow Hua Mo from you today."

  "Since you've made up your mind, big brother won't persuade you anymore. As for this kid, you're his teacher, so just give him orders as you please. You little brat, you don't have to report to the Right Guard today, just follow your teacher closely and don't make me lose face."

  Cheng Yaojin slapped Cheng HuaiMo, who was leaning against the wall, and said, "If this kid can really learn Qin Feng's three-point skill and add that calm demeanor, wouldn't the Cheng family produce another brilliant general? He won't have to worry about his descendants anymore."

  "Dad, don't worry, with me in Chang'an City, no one can touch the teacher." Cheng Huai Mo patted his chest loudly.

  As the eldest of the Cheng family, a young master among the younger generation who is slightly older in age, there are really not many people in this Chang'an city who dare to provoke him.

  He instructed a few more sentences before Old Demon King Cheng went back to change his clothes.

  Luckily, because Qin Feng had suffered a small loss at his hands, and also had to enter the palace with Li Er to discuss the war situation with the Turks, Qin Feng's wine was able to be preserved.

  ......

  The bustling streets are always accompanied by the simple and sincere cries of peddlers.

  Under Cheng Huai's slightly bitter expression, Qin Feng walked for over an hour before finally arriving at the destination of this trip.

  The largest casino in the west of Chang'an City - Four Seas Casino.

  Four golden characters that make one's heart itch, with couplets on either side: "Guests come from all directions, wealth in all seasons."

  "Even more stimulating gamblers' psychological gamble."

  "Teacher, are you sure you want to get your first pot of gold here?" Cheng Huai Mo asked somewhat uncertainly.

  As a spoiled rich kid, Cheng Huai Mo is no stranger to the word "gamble".

  He understood that nine times out of ten, gambling would end in loss. In his opinion, the teacher before him was somewhat mysterious and hid considerable abilities, but after all, still had a youthful heart, or as people would say nowadays, was still too young.

  "Don't worry, I'm not a reckless gambler. Just watch me handle things, no need to say more or ask too many questions."

  Qin Feng didn't care about Cheng Hui's strange and silent expression, lifted the blue curtain and walked into the Four Seas Casino.

  As for the two burly men in front of the casino, when they saw Cheng Hua Mo with Qin Feng together, they tacitly did not make any expressions.

  Pai Gow, dice, four-color cards, and Chalk Fist were not very popular in the early Tang Dynasty. Qin Feng observed that there were only a few scattered small-time gamblers in the gambling den, mostly idle street rascals.

  "Hey, Young Master Cheng, what wind blew you here today?"

  A man in brocade clothes and embroidered robes, with a few fresh flowers embroidered on them, holding a fan with a poem written on it, and wearing a jade qilin at his waist. Although he is over forty years old, his face is still rosy and radiant, showing that he has been taking tonics regularly, revealing the appearance of great wealth and nobility without a doubt.

  "Hua boss, our school's Wei is not here to play around. Today I'm just accompanying my teacher here. As for what you want to say, it's better if you talk to my teacher." Cheng Huai Mo replied somewhat displeased, as someone like him, the son of a national duke, would not normally speak with these lowly, mercantile people unless absolutely necessary.

  After a brief pause, the boss of the Four Seas Casino, Hu Sihai, with a slightly bulging belly, showed a hint of respect and bowed slightly to Qin Feng, whom he had previously ignored. "I don't know your name, sir. My humble name is Hu Sihai."

  "Qin Feng." A brief introduction, Qin Feng didn't say much more, from the moment he entered, he was examining this magnificent place.

  The four seas

  He is a smooth talker, has a good sense of propriety, and most importantly, he has the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. He was able to become the only casino in Chengxi Fangcun, which suggests that he is not weak-willed, and must have a powerful backer behind him.

  In a brief contact, Hua Si Hai has barely qualified as a decent partner in Qin Feng's heart.

  "I don't know what Mr. Qin is thinking, coming to my humble gambling den. Little Three, go and get 10,000 dollars for this Mr. Qin." Hua Si Hai waved his hand grandly, instructing the attendant beside him.

  Cheng Huai's teacher, this is an enviable identity. Whoever can establish a connection with Qin Feng, Hua Si Hai will think that the money spent is worth it.

  Qin Feng didn't plan on accepting his feelings, "No need, Boss Hua, I'm not here to gamble."

  He was taken aback for a moment, and then Huasi Hai asked in confusion, "So I don't know what Mr. Qin came here for, if there's anything he can help with, I'll definitely do my best to achieve it."

  "I've come to bring you great wealth and prosperity!"