Chapter 8, Unable to Enter

Usually appearing quite normal, yet privately engaging in considerable contemplation

That is to release the lock on the dantian during exercise, allowing the abundant heat within the dantian to gradually merge into the qi, blood, tendons, and bones

Upon further inquiry, it turns out that the remaining outer disciples who entered at the same time are all subjected to this rather speechless treatment

Anyone who has witnessed the way young people grow taller knows that during a rapid increase in height, even those who were previously chubby can end up looking like bean sprouts

Continuing with the previous training regimen is not an issue; it is impossible to completely abandon the possibility of solidifying one's foundation simply because one can cultivate internal skills and techniques.

Without further ado, while the height has increased significantly, the body does not give a sense of being slender, which is the best evidence.

In other words, Wu Dong and the other youths in the same group who wish to practice the fundamentals of internal martial arts must explore and understand the techniques on their own according to the descriptions provided in the manuals

Indeed, having family support makes a difference; it is evident that the youths in the same group were already aware of the internal martial arts techniques.

It is indeed strange in the hearts of the three of them

Thanks to his rich experiences from his previous life, although he felt quite frustrated about his inability to begin cultivating internal skills, he was not so disheartened as to fall into despair.

Then there is nothing more to say, one can only struggle and explore on their own

Such as the recognition of acupoints, the twelve primary meridians, and the eight extraordinary vessels, how to guide the heat within the dantian to circulate through the meridians and transform into internal strength or true qi, as well as some minor thresholds and techniques for cultivating internal power and mental methods, to be personally imparted as experience

For Wu Dong, it is all trivial matters

Wu Dong held the book that recorded the "Tiger Heart Method," feeling a strong impulse to strike someone, questioning whether it was necessary to be so irresponsible

One remark left the three young brothers looking quite embarrassed

However, when he learned from the other two younger brothers that their group was also in such a state, he immediately extinguished such thoughts

There is no need for that, do I look like someone who has lost all hope?

Since relying on the breathing technique and focusing on the dantian, the previously slow improvement in physical fitness has suddenly undergone a remarkable transformation

What has improved compared to before is that they can persist for about twenty moves

At this moment, the three of them are the standard practitioners of internal martial arts

Even if one solely practices external skills, who says it is impossible to achieve mastery in external arts

Suppressing the turmoil within, I looked at the other boys in the group. Aside from the younger brother, Shouhou, who appeared somewhat bewildered and was still unclear about the importance of internal martial arts techniques, the other boys, although they all wore happy expressions, did not seem to be at the level of excitement or agitation.

It is estimated that the reason they did not practice in advance, aside from the strict rules of the imitation in this regard, is most likely that it is not yet the time for cultivation

With an exasperated roll of his eyes, Wu Dong said, both amused and annoyed, "Even if the three of you have just begun to practice internal martial arts, you still wouldn't be able to defeat me, would you?"

As a result, during this period, he has devised a method to continue strengthening his body and improving his physical fitness

However, in the following six months, the events that transpired nearly caused Wu Dong's mindset to shatter, as he sensed the chilling malice of this world.

After the joy, the unfamiliar practice of internal martial arts was like a cold shower for Wu Dong

After six months of contemplation and effort, he still has not mastered the basics of the "Tiger Heart Technique" while the other youths in the same group, including his younger brother, the thin monkey, have successfully entered the initial stage.

It was just evening, and the sunset had painted half of the sky red, casting a crimson hue over Wu Dong's courtyard as well

Many specific terms describing internal energy cultivation seem very mystical to him, making it difficult for me, Fat Tiger, to follow this practice

It is merely that this form of biological energy can be controlled and utilized

The muscles, bones, blood, and flesh within the body, as if having consumed a nourishing tonic, are absorbed through exercise, advancing towards a higher and stronger direction

Such a situation is truly difficult for him to accept

However, this cannot be blamed on him. As an adult soul with a normal set of values and a scientific understanding of the world, he is largely indifferent to the phrases recorded in "The Heart Method of the Fierce Tiger," such as "concentrating the mind on the dantian" and "drawing energy into the body."

Since they began practicing internal martial arts, their physical condition in various aspects has greatly improved

He had always been puzzled before, but now he understands that it was due to the cultivation of internal martial arts principles

Furthermore, he believes that the internal energy or true qi cultivated through internal martial arts is merely a manifestation of biological energy as depicted in books.

In just half a year, the conclusions drawn from bold speculation and careful verification have elevated his physical fitness to a new level

Feeling the surging heat almost overflowing from his dantian, Wu Dong understood in his heart

It is said that since the counterfeit has produced the "Tiger Heart Method" as a form of internal martial arts, would it be too much to ask for the guiding martial artist to provide further patient instruction?

How could they know that cultivating internal martial arts had been a struggle for him to even get started? It is simply impossible that Wu Dong had no thoughts on the matter.

Even so, in their daily exchanges and discussions with Wu Dong, the outcome remains one of complete defeat

It is not surprising that they acted this way; as the first among them, the lean monkey began to practice the "Tiger Heart Method," and subsequently, the other two also gradually started their training.

It is unclear what the three young brothers are thinking, as they specifically gathered at Wu Dong's home after leaving the village today, engaging in various forms of persuasion and consolation

There has been an unreasonable and significant enhancement in aspects such as strength, speed, agility, and reaction.

Originally, he thought that when he began to cultivate the internal martial arts techniques, Master Chen with the scar would guide him hand in hand, just like the scenarios depicted in the martial arts novels of his previous life

While Wu Dong is growing taller, he has not neglected his physical development in other aspects. Whether it is strength, speed, or agility, there has been a significant improvement in his abilities, which is quite remarkable

In fact, after this individual issued the booklet documenting the "Heart Method of the Fierce Tiger," he no longer concerned himself with how the youths practiced their training

Brother Dong, do not be discouraged. As long as you work hard on your cultivation, you will surely make progress in mastering the internal martial arts techniques in the future

At Wu Dong's home, Shou Hou and two other younger brothers were all present, and they were cautiously trying to comfort Wu Dong.

The essence of the problem is, as Wu Dong stated, that even if they have begun to cultivate their internal skills, they still cannot match Wu Dong

What is going on...

Fortunately, the young individuals in the same group do not have significant advantages in this regard; otherwise, disciples from external families like Wu Dong, who have such family circumstances, would undoubtedly face issues with their mindset

Originally, he aspired to be an active and diligent novice outer disciple, proactively seeking guidance from Master Chen, known as Scar, regarding various doubts and areas of confusion.

Attributes such as strength, speed, and agility have all shown significant improvements and enhancements

However, when it came to the cultivation of internal martial arts techniques, it left him utterly dumbfounded

In this world, there are certainly more ways to become stronger than just through internal martial arts cultivation