Zhao Changhe arrived at the town at the foot of the mountain, planning to stay the night there.0

Looking around, he saw that almost everyone had undergone basic body training, and most people were well-built, though only at the level of fitness enthusiasts. Not everyone had the innate talent or potential for martial arts.0

Another significant limiting factor was nutrition.0

As the saying goes, scholarly pursuits are for the poor, while martial pursuits are for the rich. Large and established sects could provide better nutritional support to their disciples, but those not admitted to these sects had to fend for themselves. In the current state of the world, it was hard enough for the average person to get enough to eat, let alone provide the nutrients necessary for martial arts training.0

This area, being under the control of the Divine Brilliance Sect, was relatively prosperous. Not because the land was particularly fertile, but because the government did not dare to overtax or exploit the area.0

As long as no one caused unnecessary trouble, those who were diligent here could be self-sufficient.0

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