Martial arts training in the mountains, martial arts training in the mountains.

Choosing which mountain was the biggest question.

Picking a picturesque mountain wasn't just for cultivation; simply living there could lift one's spirits.

But if it were a bare mountain, even one seldom visited and undisturbed, there would be no joy in practicing; it might even be counterproductive.

Ordinarily, he would have already started his research. He would have searched online for mountains with beautiful scenery and sparse populations, checking if they were nature reserves, their general condition, the presence of wild animals, and any entry requirements.

But now, since his classmates were discussing camping, why would he bother making plans? He could just copy their homework.

Silently observing the group chat, Zhang Beixing saw his classmates engaged in a heated debate about where to go camping.

Some suggested famous mountains, which were spectacular and bustling. Others proposed nature reserves, beautiful and natural. There were also suggestions for wilderness camping adventures.

Finally, after a fiery debate, they decided on a wilderness camping adventure.

The reason was simple: it was cheap!

Camping in famous mountains or scenic reserves might be beautiful and grand, but it would cost far too much.

They were just a group of university students who hadn't yet left their ivory towers. Where would they get that kind of money? Their parents would certainly never allow them to spend money on such a seemingly meaningless endeavor.

Thus, a wilderness mountain became their final choice.

This choice, it had to be said, hit the mark perfectly for Zhang Beixing.

He had just been pondering that if they had chosen a famous mountain or a nature reserve, he would have had to find a mountain and make his own plans. Those two types of places were completely unsuitable for his martial arts training. Famous mountains were too crowded; he might scare people while practicing, causing unnecessary trouble and accidents. In nature reserves, there were too many forestry workers. Plus, entry restrictions meant that even if he could train, his movements would be limited, and he couldn't practice for long. It would be quite uncomfortable.

In comparison, though a wilderness mountain wasn't as spectacular, beautiful, or pristine as the other options, its virtually nonexistent entry barriers and sparse population undeniably made it the best choice for Zhang Beixing.

Besides, who said wilderness mountains had to be inferior to famous ones or nature reserves?

"Guys, I know an awesome wilderness mountain—West Yin Mountain! The air is fresh, the scenery is beautiful, it's very natural, and there aren't many wild animals. The danger factor is extremely low, and there are even waterfalls! Why not come here?"

Just as his classmates were debating which wilderness mountain to choose, Zheng Jituo's message popped up in the group chat.

Upon seeing the name of the mountain he mentioned, everyone—whether actively chatting or just lurking—was taken aback.

"West Yin Mountain? Where is that?"

Zhang Beixing made a sound of surprise and pulled out his phone to search.

He discovered that this mountain was located on the outskirts of Yiling City in Beihu Province, close to the Yangtze River. Across the river was the Shennongjia Forestry District.

The environment indeed looked quite nice: beautiful scenery, with layers upon layers of lush, green mountains teeming with life.

A perfect place for him to seclude himself for martial arts training!

Not bad, this is the place!

After checking out photos of West Yin Mountain on Baidu, Zhang Beixing made his decision.

Looking back at the group chat, he saw that the others had also researched the location and were expressing their agreement, though they were puzzled as to how Zheng Jituo knew about it.

Zheng Jituo, however, didn't hide anything. He candidly explained that his grandmother's house was in a small town at the foot of West Yin Mountain. He was currently there, escaping the summer heat. If they decided to come camping, he, as the local, could arrange everything for them—food, drinks, and activities.

Seeing Zheng Jituo being so generous, everyone naturally wouldn't let go of the opportunity to take advantage of such hospitality.

They immediately decided to go there for a camping trip after some time.

Zhang Beixing had the same idea.

However, unlike his classmates, he wasn't going to wait; he wanted to go immediately.

But before that, he needed to buy some essential camping gear.

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Because he was aiming to experience the life of a reclusive expert while honing his skills, renting a house at the foot of the mountain and commuting daily was completely unnecessary.

Not only would that lack the aura of a reclusive expert, but it would also slow down his training progress.

So, after some consideration, Zhang Beixing made a decision that went against conventional wisdom.

For this trip, he would live directly on the mountain! He would immerse himself completely in his martial arts training.

To achieve this, lodging was the first priority.

The first item Zhang Beixing needed to buy was a tent.

Originally, he had considered buying it online.

However, considering the tent would be his companion for a long time, sheltering him from the elements, he knew he had to buy a quality one. But items sold online were notorious for their inconsistent quality and misleading advertisements. Returning an unsuitable purchase would be a waste of time.

So, he decided to visit a physical store to inspect the tents in person.

After learning from the store owner about the pros and cons of different tent materials, their suitable applications, and the specifics of various models, Zhang Beixing finally spent about a thousand yuan. He purchased a two-person nylon tent with a double-layer protective mesh.

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