Chapter 6, the plot begins
After diligently practicing for seven to eight years under the guidance of Wei Tuo, one can then learn the Sanhua Palm technique
Sister, having delayed until now, even time is almost running out, I can finally learn a form of offensive martial arts! And it's only the most basic kind! Fang Ming secretly grumbled, yet put on a grateful expression.
This step by Fang Ming eliminates the need for many previous efforts
The transmission of Shaolin martial arts is exceptionally complete. Generally, disciples first master Shaolin Long Fist, then learn Luohan Fist, followed by Fuhu Fist. Once they have a certain foundation in both internal and external skills, they can then study Weituo Palm
The cultivation of internal energy is indeed miraculous
This person is tall and slender, moving without making a sound, clearly possessing exceptional lightness of body.
The cultivation of internal skills is a gradual process, one that cannot be rushed. However, in the world of Da Qian, I urgently need some external skills for self-defense and protection. Fang Ming pondered: Since internal skills are no longer an option, I can only focus on techniques. Fortunately, today I will seek guidance from my master.
Master Chengzhi first demonstrated the Shaolin Long Fist from beginning to end, then instructed Fang Ming to learn by following along, correcting his posture one by one. As a result, they only managed to learn about three forms in a day. By the time the entire set of Shaolin Long Fist was completed, it had taken nearly half a month of effort.
He hunched his chest and straightened his back, raised his fist and struck fiercely, even creating a whistling sound, which gave him a bit of imposing presence
However, Fang Ming's high level of enlightenment and profound blessings clearly exceeded his expectations, leading him to believe that he was the reincarnation of the Buddha
After going through all the essential meanings, Fang Ming opened his eyes
In the past, there was the leader of the Beggar's Sect, Qiao Feng, who, with a set of Taizu Long Fist, was unmatched in the world at the Gathering of Heroes Inn, hence this is the reason.
Once Fang Ming had mastered the techniques, Cheng Zhi personally stepped onto the stage to spar with Fang Ming, teaching him the principles of adapting to changes in combat.
Generally speaking, compared to the literary talents of others, one may not possess extraordinary innate abilities, yet the inner energy can arise naturally
This person did not dare to disturb Fang Ming and left as he had come, though his face still bore an expression of shock
After a month of practice, Fang Ming had completely mastered Shaolin Long Fist. Although this martial art is merely a fundamental skill, it is profound and extensive, and its power will increase with the advancement of internal energy, with no end in sight
With a single thought, a strand of true energy formed through the Nine Diagrams and Six Sitting Statues method began to flow slowly along the operational path of the Arhat Divine Skill
However, Master Chengzhi, considering Fangming's exceptional talents, regarded him as a rare gem of outstanding quality, subtly sensing his innate wisdom, and suspected that he might be a reincarnation of a great virtuous being, thus naturally favoring him more than other monks.
Ordinary martial arts are not a major concern, but advanced techniques are extremely well-guarded. If Fang Ming dares to covet the Seventy-Two Ultimate Skills, he will be immediately discovered
After learning the Sanhua Palm, one has reached the realm described by the old monk Chengguang, where "disciples from other sects are generally not much of a match."
The title of Arhat actually holds a very low status within the Brahmanical hierarchy, representing the lowest level of fruition. In comparison to Bodhisattvas and Buddhas, it is vastly inferior. The key point is that if one could ultimately attain the golden body of an Arhat, then Fang Ming would accept it, but one can tell just by thinking about it that it is quite unlikely
They must cultivate their internal energy, starting from the very beginning step by step. First, they need to sense the flow of energy, then they must stabilize their perception of it, continuously inhaling and exhaling to refine it, which involves numerous challenges
"What the hell, now I've really become this little rascal's disciple..." Fang Ming looked at Wei Xiaobao, who was crying loudly, and felt exasperated, rolling his eyes in frustration.
Master Huicong said: "Lord Wei has taken monastic vows on behalf of the Emperor, which is a great honor for our temple." He immediately took out a razor and said: "Lord Wei is a stand-in for the Emperor, which is no small matter. Even I, an old monk, would not dare to be your master. I will accept you as a disciple on behalf of my late master; you are my junior brother, and your Dharma name will be Huiming. Among the monks of the Shaolin Temple, those with the character 'Hui' are just you and me."
Yet Fang Ming could only grit his teeth and silently comfort himself in his heart
In an instant, a terrifying array of terms such as severing tendons in the hands and feet, breaking the pipa bone, and damaging the dantian floated before Fang Ming's eyes, prompting him to wisely abandon this highly tempting idea and honestly follow Cheng Zhi to learn Luohan Quan
What the hell! This "" disciples of the sect" refers to those disappointing disciples from the Deer and Cauldron.
The progress of Shaolin martial arts is slow, but is it really this slow
On this day, Fang Ming was practicing martial arts under the guidance of Master Chengzhi.
Fang Ming began to adjust his breathing at a specific frequency, entering a state of oblivion to both himself and the external world.
At this moment, Wei Xiaobao is merely a child in his teens, his body not yet fully developed, with a pair of shrewd and cunning eyes, yet he is dressed in solemn official attire, resembling an actor, which makes him appear quite out of place
Fang Ming naturally understood the principles of martial arts, recognizing that internal strength comes first. In addition to diligently practicing Shaolin Long Fist, he did not neglect the cultivation of his internal skills.
Amitabha! Chengzhi chanted a Buddhist name: "This must be the official from the capital who has renounced his position for the current emperor, as mentioned by Master Fangzhang the other day. Come with me to the main hall to welcome him..."
Wei Xiaobao! Has he finally arrived?
However, despite this, this Arhat divine skill is also the authentic tradition of the Brahman school, characterized by its gentle and rich nature, subtly revealing compassion. Coupled with the guidance of my master, it is most suitable for me at this moment
However, the practice of internal energy is truly not something that can be achieved overnight. It is also related to the fact that one should avoid being restless and impatient. Even after a month of diligent training, one may only see a slight increase in internal strength, with no significant changes.
The moonlight spilled onto this person's face, illuminating a dark and simple visage, devoid of hair, with nine distinct scars of restraint on the forehead
Although tears streamed down his face, practice must continue! After completing the Shaolin Long Fist, Master Chengzhi indeed disregarded Fang Ming's pleading gaze and directly began to impart the teachings of the Luohan Fist.
Fortunately, Fang Ming had intentionally sought to learn from the Da Qian Hui Chun Tang from the very beginning, becoming quite familiar with the meridians and acupoints, thus sparing himself the trouble of identifying the acupoints at the outset
At this moment, a figure also appeared by the window
Upon introspecting the Dantian, one can observe that a trace of true energy, cultivated and refined over the course of the night, has already grown stronger than before. At this moment, it resides at the bottom of the Dantian, akin to a dragon lurking in the depths, exuding its own aura
Although Shaolin is a school of Zen Buddhism, it also touches upon the concept of reincarnation, as the core theory of Buddhism includes the notion of the Six Realms of Rebirth
Moreover, due to the internal strength cultivated from the Nine Images and Six Statues technique being derived from the same source as the Arhat divine skill, the practice is remarkably smooth, and there is even a subtle yet significant enhancement in power.
This is indeed a case of favoritism; generally, a monk of the Jing lineage would only engage in sparring with peers, where is the reasoning for an elder to go to such lengths to provide guidance?
Fang Ming stopped his actions and stared blankly at the wall outside, lost in thought
Breathe in! Breathe out!
Shaolin martial arts place great emphasis on foundational skills. Master Chengzhi observed that Fang Ming possessed a natural talent in the realm of internal energy, and thus began his instruction with internal skills.
Nevertheless, Chengzhi only believed it to be Fangming's influence, which further solidified his determination to teach and guide well in the future
When! When! When... ...
It is not that I do not wish to learn secretly, but since the incidents involving the Firework Master and Zhang Sanfeng, the Shaolin Temple has become increasingly strict regarding sectarian views and the sharing of knowledge.
Moreover, his body is merely a vessel for the soul's traversal, and what he might be able to bring back could only be the memories of martial arts, which makes the situation even more troublesome
Arahant Divine Power
At present, he is merely a beginner in the Arhat divine skill, and to cultivate to a profound level, it is likely that he will need no less than ten years of hard work
Shaolin Long Fist, also known as the Thirty-Three Styles of Shaolin Divine Fist, consists of a total of thirty-three forms, each of which has four to five variations. In total, there are nearly two hundred variations.
Although the Arhat Divine Skill contains the character 'Divine', it is merely the introductory internal skill of the Arhat Hall. It is rumored that those who cultivate it to a profound level can manifest the images of five hundred Arhats, which is an embellishment that later generations have used to glorify it.
Calm and composed! The energy flows long! This child has surprisingly reached the threshold of Arhat's divine skill right from the beginning. Could it be that he is the reincarnation of our great virtue? Or perhaps he possesses innate wisdom?
Fang Ming shook his arms and found that after circulating his energy through his body, he not only felt no fatigue at all, but instead felt invigorated and refreshed
Well! In that case, I shall impart to you the Shaolin Long Fist!" Chengzhi nodded.
Fang Ming forced a smile
The internal energy of the Arhat's divine power gradually became more rounded and robust under Fang Ming's continuous inhalation and exhalation
Thus, while Fang Ming could only manage a bitter smile, he had no choice but to focus his thoughts on the techniques.
With a hint of curiosity, Fang Ming, although ranked among the monks of the Jing character generation, stood on tiptoe to observe the scene in the center of the Great Hero Hall
After the morning class, Fang Ming respectfully greeted Master Chengzhi and expressed his request
The path of internal cultivation lies in perseverance; as the saying goes, "dripping water penetrates stone." Without significant opportunities or great fortune, it takes at least five to six years of effort just to progress from a mere glimpse of the doorway to entering the hall. As for reaching the realm of mastery, it not only depends on time but also on one's comprehension.
Meanwhile, Master Chengzhi, who was watching from the side, nodded repeatedly: "Very good, your move 'Black Tiger Digs Heart' is executed with great skill, and you have already grasped its essence to a considerable extent..."
At this moment, a distant and grand bell tolled with great resonance, and outside the temple, the faint sound of horse hooves could be heard
There was a faint, unusual glimmer passing through the eyes
Every day at noon is the best time for expelling the old and taking in the new, as well as nurturing internal strength. This is a true teaching; without the reminder from Master Chengzhi, one might not even think of it.
This person is naturally Cheng Zhi. After teaching Fang Ming the principles of internal energy cultivation, he was not at ease with his little disciple and specifically came to observe him.
What is even more frustrating is that this Arhat divine skill is merely a superficial part of the Shaolin Temple's martial arts. To systematically cultivate it all the way to the seventy-two ultimate skills and the Yi Jin Jing, just thinking about the time it would consume makes Fang Ming feel somewhat overwhelmed
Fang Ming looked up and saw the bright moon hanging in the sky, precisely around the hour of Zi. He immediately calmed his mind and entered a state of practice.
Fang Ming felt an overwhelming urge to cry as he recalled the original work. After practicing here for over ten years, he had only reached the level of a typical disciple from a sect like that in "The Deer and the Cauldron"? How utterly tragic this is
After a night of cultivation, when Fang Ming opened his eyes again, it was already the early hours of the second day
As night falls, it is precisely the time when all is silent. Fang Ming sits cross-legged in quiet meditation, and every word and phrase regarding this internal cultivation method flows through his mind like a gentle stream under the bright moon.
"Yes! Master!" Fang Ming clasped his hands together in salute and followed closely behind, mirroring every step.
In the world of "The Deer and the Cauldron," 99% of the martial artists are mediocre, and there are very few who possess profound internal skills. In such circumstances, certain exquisite techniques can naturally exert tremendous power