The demonstrations of Battle Techniques had gone as he had planned. The miraculous method of learning Battle Techniques elicited gasps of awe from the people.

No matter how many times it happened, Ikasa felt satisfied when he saw the people’s reactions to his manuals.

“And last but not least, these two ladies will show how an ordinary person can immediately become a Path Forger after using my manual!”

After the demonstration of Battle Techniques, most people had stopped doubting his claims. Now, they behaved like puppies, eager to see the next magical act.

Without further ado, Xin Ruo brought the two ladies to the center. With trembling hands, they opened the books.

As soon as their eyes skimmed the first few lines, they felt a strange sensation.

Their heartbeat accelerated and breathing became quicker. Even though the changes were taking place in their Spiritual Body, their physical body was reacting to them.

As Ikasa watched the changes happening to the ladies, he noticed something weird. For some reason, he could see a light traveling along the Energy Path described in the manual.

The light dot started its journey from the palm of the right hand of the Spiritual Body. It then moved upward through the arm and reached the shoulder. The light spot then dipped down toward the belly, passing from under the right breast.

From the navel, it slid down to the pelvis and then briefly connected to the thigh, strengthening it. It crossed to the other leg through the pelvis and then began its upward journey.

The light passed through the energy channel under the left breast and touched the heart of the Spiritual Body. It went upwards into the shoulder and then through the left arm to palm and dissipated there.

Once the dot dissipated, slowly, the flush also receded and breathing  returned to normal.

‘Can every Sense Realm expert trace the path of that light dot or is it a perk exclusive to me?’

Ikasa wondered as an energy whirlpool formed around the ladies.

‘Is it because I have started to add points to my Sixth Sense and unlock it? But can it be so powerful with just two points?’

His thought process was broken as the energy vortex surrounding the ladies disappeared.

When the two women used the manual, they were worn and tired from their trip. After emerging from the energy cocoon, they looked refreshed. Even their skin had a healthy glow!

If anyone had doubts about Ikasa’s claims, they vanished completely. Right now, they were waiting for City Lord to leave so they could jump up and buy all the manuals available in the store.

Looking at the impatience in the crowd’s eyes, Ikasa saw that the stage was set to reveal the prices.

“Cultivation is necessary for everyone. From farmers working day and night in their farms to Adventurers who search for bounties with their life on the line; For merchants and nobles who want to maintain their prestige.”

“Hence, I have priced my manuals such that anyone can afford them. One use of any Low grade manuals will cost you just 15 Gold! For mid grade, you just need 20 Gold!”

The commoners who were starting to feel disheartened at the mention of nobles and merchants, cheered in their hearts. A wide smile bloomed on their faces upon hearing the prices.

Even though they couldn’t afford them immediately, the prices were not beyond their grasp!

However, this was not the case for adventurer parties or the upper echelons.  They immediately went into action.

The people from the adventure group began to pool their gold.

“Team Leader, get us the defensive technique! I am tired of responding to sudden attacks without any form of defense.”

“No, check out their movement technique! It is great for traveling long distances. If we get it, we can escape without enduring any sudden attacks!”

The members of the adventure groups began to hound their leaders to pick a technique of their choice. Their incessant whispering annoyed the nobles present.

The people from upper echelons did not forget the presence of City Lord like the crude adventurers. They were waiting for Lord Zhen to leave before they would begin their spending spree.

Understanding their sentiments, the City Lord got up from his seat and clapped. Others joined him in his applause for the amazing demonstration.

“Wonderful, Brother Ikasa! You live up to your moniker – Merchant of Manuals! With your broad vision and generous personality, I am sure this shop will prosper!”

“Hear Hear!”

The Nobles seconded City Lord’s well wishes.

“I see you have lots of customers waiting, so I will take your leave, Brother.”

City Lord Zhen patted on Ikasa’s shoulder and departed in his carriage. Inside the Carriage, his sister was waiting for him.

“Were those manuals made using spiritual imprints?”

Zhen Ya questioned as soon as he boarded the carriage. The City Lord nodded to answer her question.

The answer caused her eyes to gleam with desire. The spiritual imprints were rare even in the Tier 1 cities. She never expected to see them being sold out in the open like this.

Zhen Wu understood his sister’s heart. He warned her for fear she would do something stupid.

“Don’t bother him. His backing is much greater than we can anticipate. Not everyone can sell High Grade Cultivation Techniques to commoners just because the nobles of the city annoyed them.”

Her eyes widened at her brother’s words. She became even more curious about this man who was shrouded in mystery. City Lord Zhen saw her space out and shook his head.

He had a feeling that his sister would suffer in the near future.

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“My farm hands have become much more productive ever since they used the Cultivation technique from the Ikasa’s Manuals.”

“True, it is the best place to buy cultivation methods if you want to see instant results. I let my maid cultivate the ‘Special Technique’. I have never been happier.”

Two merchants in a caravan escorted by the Hu Clan’s mercenaries were happily exchanging their experiences. They were one of the first customers of Ikasa’s store.

“Hahaha! You can enjoy your life since you don’t have a wife. My wife picked Nutcracker Kick from their wide array of Battle Techniques. Now I have to live in fear of losing my lineage.” The older of the two lamented.

The merchants were talking casually, so they did not bother to keep their voices down. Their loud conversation was heard by the Mercenary Captain. His eyes shone at the mention of a wide variety of Battle Techniques.

He interjected in their conversation.

“Did you just say that there is a Cultivation Manual store that sells many different Battle techniques?”

The Older merchant was acquainted with the Mercenary Captain. Not only did he not fault the Captain for listening to their conversation, he also began to extol the greatness of Ikasa’s Manuals to him.

“Yes. There are many top notch martial skills for sale. You can also purchase a Mid Grade Cultivation method there. Captain, you should visit the store once.”

Captain’s interest was piqued by the description. He enthusiastically asked, “Oh? Which Tier-1 city is this store in?”

“It is right here, in our Birch City! How come you have not heard of it? The local residents have even started calling that street the Manuals street.”

The Captain became suspicious as the only manual providers in the city were his Hu Clan and the Monstrous Flame Sect. Both sourced their manuals from the He Family.

The He Family provided just two types of Cultivation techniques and two Battle Techniques. He knew very well the quality of those techniques. So, he wondered about this new store.

“Who is the owner? Is it the Hu Clan or the Monstrous Flame Sect?”

The Captain asked, sounding curious to avoid their suspicion.

“It is some newcomer named Ikasa. But the City Lord himself inaugurated the store!”

The Captain’s eyes narrowed upon hearing the store had a connection to City Lord.

‘Did he decide to grab a share of the market? Is this new store opened by City Lord himself? Are those techniques the heritage of City Lord’s Manor?’

Numerous questions flashed through his mind. However, one thought was prominent, ‘I have to inform the Fourth Seat who is overlooking the cooperation with the He family.’

“Captain?”

The older merchant called for the captain who had gone silent in the middle of their conversation.

“Oh, yes. I was away for a task. So, I haven’t returned to the City recently.  I will definitely visit the store as soon as we reach the city.”

The Mercenary Captain moved his horse away after replying.

When they reached the City, he rushed to the Hu Clan’s fortress. Without paying heed to guards, he entered the Clan Master’s room.

As soon as he saw the tired and stressed figure of the Clan Master, he got on his knees and kowtowed.

“Father, your unfilial son has returned.”

This person was the adopted son of Clan Master, the actual First Seat and an Advanced Sense Trainer, Hu Bei!

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