SWDnovel Chapter 2 Martial Arts Fanatic!
Chapter 2 Martial Arts Fanatic!
Just then, Lu Yuan raised his hand.
Tie Heng looked over and asked, "What's your problem?"
"Steward Tie, there are a few things I don't quite understand," Lu Yuan said. "When transitioning from the third move, Iron-Breaking Hand, to the fourth move, Horizontal Push in Eight Directions, is the palm force first withdrawn and then released, or is it executed in one continuous motion?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Tie Heng's eyes. This question hit the nail on the head, indicating that this kid not only understood the moves, but also noticed the subtle changes within them.
He was about to explain, "You observed very carefully; this move is indeed..."
Before he could finish speaking, Lu Yuan had already moved.
He stomped his foot and rushed out three steps like lightning. His right palm slammed out with a whooshing sound, the wind whistling through the air. It was the third move, Iron-Breaking Hand, that Tie Heng had just demonstrated.
Immediately afterwards, he turned his body and swept his left palm out horizontally. The palm force exploded in the air with a muffled sound, which was the fourth move, Horizontal Push in All Directions.
The palm strike was as powerful as thunder, exactly the same as Tie Heng's demonstration just now.
The training ground was completely silent.
Tie Heng was completely stunned. He stared at Lu Yuan's actions, his eyes almost overflowing with shock.
Lu Youde was so excited that his hands trembled, and even his beard shook: "Good! Good! Good!"
His voice even changed tone: "Yuan'er, practice a few more times, and let Steward Tie give you some pointers to see where you can improve!"
Lu Yuan stopped what he was doing, withdrew from his stance, and patted off non-existent dust from his hands.
"No need," he said casually.
Lu Youde was taken aback: "What?"
"Godfather, I'll get it after watching it once. There's no point in practicing it a few more times." Lu Yuan turned around and walked out of the training ground. "I'm tired. I'm going back to sleep."
"You silly child!"
Lu Youde grew anxious, his voice rising eight octaves, "The path of martial arts is all about diligence! Although you have good talent, such laziness will only waste your potential! Do you know how many people would beg for guidance from Steward Tie, and you actually say it's meaningless?"
Lu Yuan paused, then slowly turned his head.
Sunlight shone on his face from the side, highlighting an almost aloof air: "Godfather, if hard work were useful, what would be the point of geniuses?"
These words struck like a thunderbolt across the training ground.
"What...what did he say?"
"That's outrageous! Absolutely insane!"
"But...but he really learned it after just one look..."
Whispers rose and fell, and everyone looked at Lu Yuan with awe.
Lu Youde's face flushed red. He turned around and bowed repeatedly to Tie Heng, saying, "Deacon Tie, please calm down. This child has been arrogant since he was little and has been spoiled by his family. I'll teach him a lesson right now!"
"Calm down?"
Tie Heng suddenly burst into laughter, "Brother Lu, you've got it wrong. Why would I be angry?"
Tie Heng patted Lu Youde on the shoulder: "You don't understand! Mediocre people need to work hard to make up for their shortcomings, practicing again and again to achieve something, but true geniuses should have this kind of arrogant spirit!"
He turned to look at Lu Youde: "If he were as timid and obedient as an ordinary person, doing everything he was told, I would suspect that he was just faking it."
Lu Youde's mouth was agape, and he couldn't utter a word for a long time.
Tie Heng watched Lu Yuan's departing figure, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes: "Throughout history, only those born with innate knowledge have the right to say such things. To learn something after just one glance—I've only ever seen such talent recorded in ancient sect texts. I never imagined I'd actually witness it with my own eyes today."
He took a deep breath, his tone becoming solemn, "This child will undoubtedly become the sect leader's personal disciple! His future achievements will be limitless!"
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Lu Yuan returned to his room, closed the door behind him, and the calm expression on his face finally relaxed.
He closed his eyes, his consciousness sinking into his mind.
The next moment, a semi-transparent panel appeared in front of him.
[Host: Lu Yuan]
[Martial arts realm: middle stage of body tempering]
Martial Arts Techniques: Rock-Shattering Palm (Beginner), Green Wind Step (Minor Mastery)
[Entry:]
[Innate Super Strength (Green): Your strength has been greatly enhanced]
[Exceptional Comprehension (Green): Your learning ability has been greatly enhanced, and you comprehend martial arts techniques extremely quickly.]
[Aloof and Unconventional (White): Your imposing aura is even more intimidating, easily intimidating others.]
[Unwavering Will (White): Your mental resilience has slightly improved, making you less susceptible to external distractions]
There are only two green entries and two white entries.
White entries are far less effective than green ones, but they can still have a significant impact if accumulated over time.
Lu Yuan's gaze lingered on the section for martial arts realm.
The middle stage of quenching.
This level of skill is considered genius among geniuses in Qingzhou City; most of his peers haven't even reached the Body Tempering stage.
The martial arts system in this world has three major realms: Body Tempering Realm, Blood Coagulation Realm, and Meridian Opening Realm.
As for what comes after the Meridian Opening Realm, Lu Yuan had no idea.
There are no relevant records in the Lu family's library, and Lu Youde has never mentioned it, probably because that realm is too distant and simply beyond Lu Yuan's current reach.
Now that I've transmigrated to this world and have this cheat ability, how can I be satisfied with just the Meridian Opening Realm?
If I don't give it my all to achieve the highest level, then this whole journey has been for nothing.
Lu Yuan walked to the center of the room, stood with his feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hands raised in front of his chest, assuming a standing posture.
This is the Lu family's martial arts technique.
Green Wind Steps.
By using specific postures and breathing techniques, one can accelerate the flow of qi and blood within the body, thereby strengthening the physical body.
Sweat quickly seeped from Lu Yuan's forehead and dripped down his cheeks onto the ground.
Pretending to be cool is definitely not a simple matter.
Ten minutes on stage, ten years off stage.
Just then, a soft sound suddenly rang in his mind.
[You have acquired a new entry: Martial Arts Fanatic (White): Your focus on martial arts has slightly increased, making it easier for you to enter a meditative state during training. However, it is now more difficult for you to enroll in scriptures.]
A smile appeared on Lu Yuan's lips.
"It's done."
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the other side.
Inside the main hall of the Lu family home, sandalwood incense wafted through the air, and tea steamed.
Lu Youde and Tie Heng sat facing each other, with several plates of exquisite tea and snacks on the table.
Lu Youde picked up his teacup, took a sip, and tentatively began, "Steward Tie, regarding the Iron Bone Sect's entrance selection in a month... Yuan'er, he..."
Tie Heng waved his hand and laughed heartily, "With the talent that Lu Yuan just showed, I can directly give him a special admission spot without him having to participate in any selection process."
Lu Youde's eyes lit up, and he was about to thank him.
Tie Heng changed the subject: "However, I also want him to hone his skills through actual combat, and also to show his face to the major forces in Qingzhou City, which can be considered as building momentum for my Iron Bone Sect."
Lu Youde nodded quickly: "The steward's consideration is very thoughtful. It is indeed time to let Yuan'er see the world."
He paused, then frowned: "But... Zhao Li from the Zhao family in the west of the city, that kid is no simpleton either. I heard that he is born with a vigorous and powerful aura like a tiger. If the two of them meet on the arena, I'm afraid it will be a very fierce fight."