Chapter 2, Tongbei Quan

Sensing Lin Xiao's surprise, Lin Dong took two steps forward, his fists extended. He executed a set of boxing techniques, albeit slowly and with a hint of awkwardness.

Looking at Lin Xiao, who was standing by the tree, Lin Dong also exclaimed in surprise

"You brat, if it were that easy to cultivate a sound, then this Tongbei Fist would be too overrated," Lin Xiao chided with a laugh, then added, "Remember, during your training, pay close attention to the force. As long as you can make your sleeves move with your force, rather than your force following your sleeves, then you can consider your cultivation of the Tongbei Fist successful. Now, go ahead and demonstrate it a few more times."

In the clearing of the woods, the shadow of a boy's fist danced continuously, sweat flying, yet he remained undeterred, his small face appearing particularly earnest

Indeed, the medicinal power of the red ginseng is remarkably effective for Lin Dong; however, such power is not infinite. After all, red ginseng is merely a first-grade spiritual herb. Therefore, after exerting its medicinal power for a duration of five days, it gradually dissipates.

With a low growl, Lin Xiao suddenly spread his arms and legs, stepping forward. His figure resembled that of a tiger, and as he swung his arms, he appeared like a gibbon stretching its body. The crisp sounds of his movements echoed continuously.

This small figure is naturally Lin Dong. His childhood was not spent in great wealth and luxury, and his strict father taught him the most important qualities in cultivation: perseverance and diligence. These qualities are the only conditions that allow him to compete with his peers who possess better resources.

Well, not bad...

A gentle warmth of medicinal power gradually permeated into the muscles, and at that moment, Lin Dong seemed to hear the cheers of countless cells within those muscles. The soreness and fatigue quietly dissipated, replaced by an increasingly abundant vitality

In order to prepare for the clan competition six months later, he must train diligently

Lin Dong nodded repeatedly, not feeling disappointed simply because that was merely a low-level martial art of the first rank. He understood the principle that one must take things step by step, and for many, a first-rank martial art was already quite good. It was said that within the Lin family, the highest-ranked martial skill was only a mid-level fourth-rank skill, which was obtained by chance from the scripture repository when his grandfather was still a member of the Lin clan.

Third level of body tempering

"Yes, Father, you should go back and rest. I will return shortly," Lin Dong replied, but his fists did not stop moving. He remained fully focused, sensing the subtle transmission and changes of strength within his muscles as instructed by Lin Xiao.

You should pay close attention and remember these nine methods well

As Lin Dong rejoiced in his own progress, a voice came from the side. He quickly turned his head and happened to see Lin Xiao, dressed in ordinary clothes, standing under a large tree. On his usually expressionless face, a smile appeared at that moment.

It is all due to that red ginseng. Lin Dong brushed his hair back and chuckled.

As soon as this thought flashed through Lin Xiao's mind, a sudden loud and crisp sound came from behind. His expression stiffened immediately, and he stumbled slightly. However, at that moment, a brilliant light surged in his eyes.

Bang!

Father

It must be said that this miraculous medicine has a tremendous effect on Lin Dong, who is in the body tempering stage. After just a few days of cultivation, Lin Dong can clearly feel that his body is at least twice as strong as it was a few days ago. He can distinctly sense the enhancement in his physique.

Oh? Let me take a look

Lin Xiao nodded, approached Lin Dong, and scanned him up and down with his gaze. A rare smile appeared at the corner of his mouth as he said, "The third level of body tempering, not bad"

Lin Dong pondered for a moment, then nodded somewhat uncertainly

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Lin Dong gazed intently at the shadow of Lin Xiao's fists dancing, his mind unconsciously becoming extremely focused, as everything around him was automatically ignored, and in his eyes, there was only that set of boxing techniques

In a dense forest on the back mountain of the summit, a sudden and intense sound of gasping emerged. As the view zoomed in, a small figure was seen in a clearing among the trees, hanging from a sturdy branch with both hands. The tiny body, utilizing the pulling force of its arms, was continuously rising and falling. Moreover, during this motion, the body assumed a somewhat peculiar posture, causing all the muscles to engage in unison.

The so-called classification of martial skills is important, but what matters most is the practitioner themselves. In the hands of a true master, even an ordinary first-tier martial skill can possess astonishing lethality. The stronger the practitioner's own strength, the greater the power of the martial skills they unleash. Lin Xiao extended his palm and gestured to Lin Dong: "Use your maximum strength and attack me with your fastest speed"

With a word of admonition in his mouth, Lin Xiao turned and left with his hands behind his back. As he turned, a hint of a smile appeared on his face, for he was extremely satisfied with the insight Lin Dong had displayed today

Upon witnessing this, a look of surprise crossed Lin Xiao's face. Although he had slowed down considerably, the Nine Styles of the Tongbei Fist were not particularly simple. How could Lin Dong, who was encountering martial arts for the first time, manage to remember them so quickly?

Lin Dong blinked and discarded all the iron blocks on his wrist, throwing a punch directly at Lin Xiao.

The sensation of approaching the limit left one feeling dizzy and disoriented. However, accompanied by Lin Dong's gritted determination, a peculiar warmth suddenly surged from within him. As soon as this warmth appeared, Lin Dong's spirit was instantly invigorated.

Lin Dong grasped the tree trunk, forcefully swung his body, performed a flip in mid-air, and landed steadily on the ground. With a straightened waist, a sudden crack echoed through his bones, and then Lin Dong joyfully discovered that his body seemed to have gained a bit of strength.

In this light, it is not that it is difficult, but rather a matter that is quite simple

In the realm of martial arts, there are nine ranks and three categories. The first, second, and third ranks are classified as lower tier, followed by the middle tier, while the seventh to ninth ranks are considered upper tier. What I intend to teach you is a type of lower tier first rank boxing technique, known as Tongbei Quan.

This child's comprehension is quite remarkable, and their perseverance is excellent. Surpassing my peak period should not be difficult

It is the medicinal power of red ginseng

The red ginseng is merely a first-grade spiritual medicine. Even if others consume it, it will still take about one to two months to progress from the second level to the third level. This is the result of your relentless training during this period. Lin Xiao looked at Lin Dong in front of him and sighed inwardly. He had naturally observed Lin Dong's desperate efforts in training during this time. The intensity of such training had often made his mother envious. Although he did not voice his concerns, as a father, he felt a twinge of pain in his heart.

Faced with Lin Dong's full-force strike, Lin Xiao casually reached out, his palm swiftly gliding over Lin Dong's sleeve. A crisp sound of a slap followed, and then Lin Dong jumped up, baring his teeth in pain, hurriedly rolling up his sleeve, revealing that his entire arm had turned red.

Additionally, several heavy iron blocks were hanging from his arms and ankles, with sweat dripping from his clothes, soaking the iron blocks as well

"Father, why is it that the Tongbei Fist I executed made not even the slightest sound?" After completing a set of movements that felt awkward and slow, Lin Dong expressed his frustration.

Lin Xiao, standing nearby, stared at Lin Dong. Upon seeing him successfully execute all nine forms of the Tongbei Fist, a look of joy reappeared on his face. Although Lin Dong's execution of the Tongbei Fist was quite clumsy, even superficial, the fact that he managed to learn it in such a manner during his first encounter with the technique indicated that his comprehension was commendable. This realization brought some delight to Lin Dong's heart; it seemed that this son had indeed inherited the talent he possessed in his youth.

Upon hearing this, Lin Dong's dark eyes immediately brightened. Although he had reached the third level of body tempering, he did not understand any techniques and could only rely on brute force in combat. He had long yearned for martial skills that could significantly enhance his fighting ability. However, due to his physical condition, Lin Xiao had never taught him. Now that an opportunity had finally presented itself, how could he not be delighted

However, this dissipation does not signify a complete disappearance. Lin Dong's body has only undergone preliminary enhancement, and it is naturally impossible for him to absorb the medicinal power without any waste. Therefore, some of the medicinal power will settle deep within his body. Yet, when Lin Dong's body reaches an extreme state of hunger, this sediment will finally be extracted and ultimately devoured greedily by the muscles and bones within him, which are almost like those of a starving ghost.

Due to the teaching purpose, Lin Xiao deliberately slowed down the pace. After practicing several times in this manner, he finally began to wrap up slowly. He looked at Lin Dong and asked, "Do you remember?"

"Throw away the iron block. Now that you have reached the third level of body tempering, you can barely practice martial arts. I will teach you a set of boxing techniques," Lin Xiao said.

An entire afternoon passed swiftly as Lin Dong practiced tirelessly, and such effort was not without results. He became increasingly proficient in the Nine Forms of the Tongbei Fist. Although he still did not produce any sound, his stance was by no means lacking.

Sweat dripped into his eyes, and the stinging sensation made Lin Dong grit his teeth. He could feel the soreness and fatigue radiating from his muscles after intense exertion. At such times, many would choose to rest, but his father had told him that only during these moments could one break through their limits. Therefore, he must persevere

Lin Dong muttered a few times, then proceeded to execute as instructed, while Lin Xiao stood by, occasionally pointing out some of his mistakes.

Must not relax

In the early morning, thick fog enveloped this secluded mountain peak, creating a hazy atmosphere that blurred one's vision

Seeing this, Lin Xiao could only shake his head helplessly. Lin Dong's progress was already quite evident, but getting Tongbei Fist to make a sound was not an easy task. Back in the day, he had also practiced for a full week before finally succeeding

Lin Dong tightly clenched his small hands, feeling the strength that surged between the relaxation of his muscles, his small face filled with surprise. Since he began his cultivation, due to his family's circumstances, he rarely had the opportunity to consume any spiritual medicines. He never expected that this time, the effect would be so remarkable.

"Let us conclude our training for today and resume tomorrow." After glancing at the sky, Lin Xiao looked again at Lin Dong, who was drenched in sweat, and suddenly remarked. The latter's seriousness and dedication to training even moved him slightly. He then sighed inwardly, realizing that his years of stagnation had caused this child to mature much earlier than usual.

He understands that Lin Dong is training so hard simply to achieve a good result in the clan competition six months later, and if that happens, as his father, he will also be able to gain some face within the Lin family

Lin Dong chuckled softly; after all the hardships and exhaustion during this period, he finally reaped considerable rewards. Compared to the top students of the Lin family, he was at least getting closer.

A few days ago, the red ginseng that was originally intended for treating Lin Xiao's injuries was ultimately completely sent into Lin Dong's body at his insistence

"Tongbei Quan, the Sticky Cloth Release Technique, if I had exerted even a slight amount of force or utilized any of my inner energy earlier, your arm would have been shattered to pieces. " Lin Xiao said leisurely, "Practicing Tongbei Quan requires training with clothing; this technique emphasizes the sticky release of energy from the palms. During training, one must stick to their own clothing to produce sound. Tongbei Quan consists of nine forms, also known as the Nine Sounds Technique, because each form executed produces a crisp sound. Each level surpasses the previous one, and upon completing the nine sounds, its power is comparable to a second-tier martial skill."

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