Chapter 0010: Xuanxin Fist

Lin Heng moved with incredible speed, his body as light as a crane, and had already arrived behind Zhou Yuanjue, reaching out to grab his shoulder

We are naturally unafraid of a head-on collision, but we are concerned about the other party resorting to underhanded tactics. Therefore, before the contract is officially signed, I must ask everyone to stay at home and not go anywhere. With my apprentice and me here, everything is absolutely secure.

Regarding martial arts, Zhou Yuanjue is quite generous in offering his guidance

Gong Shouzhuo also smiled and said

General! Brother Gong, it seems that I have won again this time

Gong Shouzhuo inquired about the Dao

Zhou Shiyou, known as the King of Nanjing Shipping, laughed heartily

The next moment

Upon seeing Zhou Yuanjue approaching, Zhou Shiyou stood up and waved at him with a gentle demeanor that carried a hint of reproach

Standing behind Gong Shouzhuo was a tall and robust young man with a stern gaze, who spoke in a voice as solid as rock and resonant as thunder.

I have learned a great deal. I did not expect your martial arts to have reached such a level. Indeed, there are always people beyond people, and heavens beyond heavens. I have overestimated my own abilities and have been quite presumptuous. I sincerely hope for your understanding.

At this moment, he finally felt a slight pain in his zhongxue point, realizing that at some unknown time, he had actually been struck in the chest by the other party.

Ta ta ta

Lin Heng coughed violently, expelling a mouthful of white phlegm, and immediately felt his breathing become smooth and his vital energy flow freely

When a common man is enraged, blood may spill within five steps; however, a master of martial arts can extend their attack range to ten steps. It is said that within ten steps, one can defeat an enemy nation, and ten steps is a safe distance for a master to engage in combat.

A middle-aged woman standing behind Zhou Shiyou said with some emotion

Just now, he was even unable to comprehend what had happened, only feeling a sharp pain in his chest, followed by a sense of overall weakness, a surge of blood and energy, difficulty in breathing, and nausea accompanied by dry heaving

Alright, alright, it's just that I feel unhappy when you don't come to see me. Come here, Brother Gong, let me introduce you. This is my second brother's grandson. I hope you will take good care of him in the future when the opportunity arises.

Gong Shouzhuo nodded

Zhou Yuanjue turned around and said to Lin Heng with admiration

Zhou Shiyou frowned and asked

Lin Heng asked in disbelief, claiming that he had received secret teachings in boxing, with physical abilities as powerful as a fierce beast, and his boxing techniques were intricately aligned with the principles of heaven. Ten adults could not even approach him, yet in front of this person, he could not withstand a single move, and he did not even see clearly how the opponent threw their punch

Such exquisite martial arts, stepping on the Nine Palaces and Eight Trigrams, with a fist technique that is as free as a celestial horse, like an antelope's horns, as if a fairy descends from the heavens, a stroke of divine inspiration. If I am not mistaken, this should be the boxing technique evolved from the Xuanxin Swordsmanship of the ancient Daoist Xuan sect, known as Xuanxin Fist

You come from Nanjing, and you practice the Xuanxin Fist. Is your master Gong Shouzhuo from Nanjing?

Zhou Yuanjue pulled Lin Heng up and struck his back forcefully with a palm

Zhou Yuanjue pondered for a moment

Zhou Yuanjue squinted his eyes slightly as he scrutinized Gong Shouzhuo, and asked directly.

Brother Zhou excels in strategy, advancing step by step, truly deserving of being a self-made hero; I, a mere brute, cannot compare.

Lin Heng took a deep breath, and then felt somewhat embarrassed to retreat under the gaze of others. He quickened his pace, moving like a celestial being, floating freely as if a heavenly horse was galloping through the skies, like an antelope with its horns, difficult to trace, yet subtly resonating with the numbers of the Nine Palaces and Eight Trigrams

Zhou Yuan's expression changed as he asked Lin Heng

Of course, I have already investigated this matter. The force employed by Jingchen Group this time is Harley Security. This organization has a mixed membership and is active in the East Ronny area, consisting mainly of mercenaries, veterans, and underground fighters. Their methods are very unscrupulous, and they spare no effort to achieve their objectives, with kidnapping and extortion being commonplace.

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How did you do it

Uncle, how has your health been lately

At that moment, the courtyard gate was opened, and Zhou Zhiyao and Lin Heng entered the courtyard together with Zhou Yuanjue

Friend, your sister is also doing this for your own good. Heed the advice of others and you will be well-fed. You should come with us for a trip.

Zhou Shiyou smiled as he introduced Gong Shouzhuo, who was standing beside him

The reasoning is actually quite simple; one aspect is physical ability. My physical ability is stronger than yours, both in speed and strength, which forms the foundation of all combat. The notion of using a small force to counter a great one is nonsense. Therefore, when I strike you, you are unable to react.

Lin Heng solemnly bowed to Zhou Yuanjue

This is still acceptable. The country where the Zhou Group is conducting business this time can be considered a major nation in Eastern Ronia, with relatively good public security management and strong monitoring of maritime routes. The journey is relatively short, and even in the event of a conflict, most weapons involved are cold weapons such as knives, guns, and clubs, with the most advanced being small-caliber handguns. If it were in Black Continent and some other chaotic regions, facing heavy firearms would be commonplace. We do not dare to engage in business there, nor do we have the capability to do so. That is where true chaos lies, and every transaction and wealth is forged in blood.

Lin Heng's pupils suddenly constricted, as if sensing an extremely terrifying malice. At that moment, every hair on his body stood on end, and his muscles involuntarily contracted as if they had been electrocuted. With a single step, he instantly created a distance of nearly ten paces from Zhou Yuan.

Cough!

Gong Shouzhuo said with a serious expression

That is also the skill of my elder brother; having secured this business deal, we are merely doing some supportive work. By the way, have all the members of my elder brother's family been recalled to Nanjing?

Ugh

Lin Heng nodded and said to Zhou Yuanjue

I do not know him, I have only heard of his great name for a long time

Another aspect is intention, which can also be referred to as experience. Your boxing technique is too immature. The Xuanxin Sword emphasizes the ethereal and elusive; when you strike, it is difficult to trace your movements. However, with your every action—your gaze, your killing intent, your body posture and movements—you expose your attack's purpose without reservation, revealing numerous flaws in my eyes

Do you also know my teacher? My teacher is currently visiting the Zhou family. If you are interested, you may go and meet. I believe my teacher would certainly be very interested in you

This person appears to be very cheerful and easy to talk to on the surface, but in reality, he harbors a great deal of pride and seldom finds anyone or anything that can convince him. Today, he actually bowed to someone who is one or two years younger than himself, which is simply akin to performing the rites of a disciple.

Zhou Zhiyao, who was standing nearby, was so astonished by this scene that she could hardly close her mouth. She was aware of Lin Heng's abilities, having been trained under the renowned Southern River boxing master, Gong Shouzhuo. She had once visited Gong Shouzhuo's gym to watch Lin Heng spar, where he effortlessly defeated all ten opponents in just a few moves, demonstrating remarkable skill and composure.

When did our cousin suddenly acquire such abilities ?

Yuanjue, you have come, hurry over, it has been half a year, right? You haven't taken the initiative to come and see grandpa, have you forgotten about grandpa?

Zhou Zhiyao looked at Zhou Yuanjue and suddenly felt that this cousin, who was once familiar, now seemed so unfamiliar to her

Upon considering this, Zhou Yuan nodded and said, "Then I will accompany you on this trip."

I did not expect that it would be so chaotic abroad

The residence of the Zhou family in Nanjing, situated within a large courtyard

Behind the two of them stood a considerable number of spectators, all of whom were loyal supporters of the Zhou family and the Gong Shouzhuo Boxing Academy, appearing to be in a harmonious and joyful atmosphere

Zhou Yuanjue stepped forward and nodded at Zhou Shiyou

Brother Gong, you are being too modest. You and I each have our strengths. For this matter, I will still have to rely on your assistance

Gong Shouzhuo, one of the inheritors of Xuanxin Quan, is a renowned martial arts master in Nanjing. He himself is also one of the targets of his subsequent actions. Since there is such a connection, it would be worthwhile to meet in advance

This resembles not a martial art, but rather a sword technique, ethereal and elusive, with strikes delivered from cunning angles, aimed at taking lives, leaving no trace for a thousand miles

Anan is correct; that is another world, and in any case, it is very distant from us. In fact, we should be grateful that we have a strong motherland and a stable environment

An energetic elderly man dressed in loose casual clothing and a fair-skinned, youthful-looking middle-aged man in modern Tang suit are seated opposite each other at a stone table, engaged in a game of chess

Zhou Shiyou said with a smile

Are you Gong Shouzhuo

Lin Heng knelt down on the ground, his face flushed, gasping for breath and retching violently

A wave of fear surged within him; the chest is a vital part of the human body. The opponent could, in an instant, strike his zhong point, and could also, in a moment, stop his heart, taking his life.

Moreover, since the Zhou family of Nanjing is able to be acquainted with a person like Gong Shouzhuo and can have his disciples work for them, they have already stepped halfway into the circle, and there are certain matters that they should be made aware of.

If it were a life-and-death struggle, he would now be a corpse

At the moment he reached out, Zhou Yuan felt a sense of awareness, turned around, and glanced at Lin Heng.

After retreating, Lin Heng's gaze was like a torch, fixated on Zhou Yuanjue. He hunched his back, his body covered in goosebumps, and even his hair felt as if it were standing on end, resembling a cat that had bristled in the face of danger.

In the blink of an eye, the person was already in front of him. He threw a punch that produced a muffled sound, akin to a venomous snake striking, attacking from an extremely tricky angle, aimed at Zhou Yuanjue's ribs, with a method that was exceedingly ruthless

With a gaze like lightning, piercing the heart and mind, it seems I have underestimated you. I did not expect you to be a master in this realm as well. Since we have crossed paths, I would like to experience your skills firsthand

This is a true killing martial art.

There is still one person left, I have already sent someone to pick them up, they should be back soon. Is this matter really that serious?

With a keen mind and agile movements, when the energy and blood circulate, all limbs and bones are engaged, and anger rises to the crown of the head, this is a sign of martial arts that emanates from the outside to the inside. Your boxing skills are quite commendable