Chapter 10, everyone has their own future

If one does not take the risk to obtain that golden elixir, perhaps this statement serves as the best annotation for oneself

Lin Que stepped diagonally with his left foot, seemingly trying to evade Chen Changhua's lunge. However, just as his left foot landed, Chen Changhua suddenly altered his footwork, pushing off with his right foot and using his shoulder and arm as a pivot to fiercely charge towards the position Lin Que was attempting to dodge, exuding an exceptionally fierce momentum, akin to a crazed bull!

"Impressive, I, Cai Zongming, am in awe. Being a ninth-grade professional is truly remarkable," murmured classmate Xiao Ming

"Uh, I didn't expect you to think so highly of me." Lou Cheng sent a "shy" emoji, "Is that the truth?"

Therefore, Chen Changhua intends to seize the opportunity while the gap has not yet widened, to challenge Lin Que, to defeat him decisively, leaving him with a psychological shadow, in order to maintain his own status before graduation

Stop, practice the static pile for the first time up to here

"Coach Shi, I recently want to participate in the regular competition, but I lack the necessary practical training." Chen Changhua paused, glanced back at Lin Que, and then smiled slightly, saying, "Therefore, I hope to challenge Junior Brother Lin Que, and I kindly ask you to serve as the referee to prevent any injuries, as that would not be good."

Moreover, it is Chen Changhua's strength and Lin Que's weakness

Due to his rank being one level lower than that of his opponent, he took the initiative to strike first, crawling with his back bent, employing a staggered footwork, resembling a venomous snake as he lunged towards Lin Que from the left and right.

In the strength room, Lou Cheng suffered a setback. He had thought that with the "Golden Elixir," he would be able to lift the previously unattainable barbell, but it remained beyond his reach.

Lou Cheng had not anticipated that Chen Changhua would be in such a hurry. He turned his head to glance at Cai Zongming and then instinctively searched for Yan Zheke, but unfortunately, he could not find her amidst the crowd.

Cai Zongming exclaimed, "I never expected this gorilla to be so intelligent, knowing that one must seize the opportunity to challenge early."

Falling to the ground, he wore a bewildered expression, seemingly unable to believe that he had lost so easily, without even being able to utilize his most proficient skill of throwing.

During the discussion between the two, Old Man Shi looked at Lin Que with a smile.

As he passed by Old Man Shi, Lou Cheng's right foot suddenly tripped over something, causing his body to lurch forward unsteadily.

He should be approaching the Danqi realm, nearing the eighth rank of his profession

Upon stepping onto the arena, Lin Que exhibited no change in demeanor, standing with his feet neither apart nor together, and gazing expressionlessly at Chen Changhua

Bang

At that moment, Lin Que's waist and back sprang, his spine moving like a fierce snake. Before his left foot had fully landed, his center of gravity shifted back to his right foot. Using this as an axis, he executed a spin and unexpectedly found himself behind Chen Changhua. He raised his left hand and delivered a short yet powerful elbow strike backward.

"Exactly! I believe he will win, but I didn't expect him to win so easily!" Yan Zheke sent a message with an expression that nodded like a chick pecking at rice.

Alright, from here we will split into two groups. Those on my right will follow Chen Changhua to the strength room to train various muscle groups, while those on my left will stay behind for footwork practice under Lin Que's guidance. We will switch after forty minutes." Old Master Shi glanced at his watch, jumped down from the ring, and pointed to the center of the group.

Ah? Lou Cheng withdrew his gaze, looking at Cai Zongming with confusion, waiting for an explanation

Lou Cheng withdrew his gaze, feeling quite complicated. As he recalled the duel from earlier, a sudden thought struck him.

... ...

Lin Que nodded to Old Man Shi, stepped down from the ring, and without even glancing at Chen Changhua, went straight to the changing room. It was not until this moment that Chen Changhua's close friend, another amateur expert, Wu Dong, finally came to his senses, ran out from the crowd of onlookers, and helped the fallen Chen Changhua to his feet

"It's fine, it's fine, I just tripped over something earlier," Lou Cheng replied, shaking his head, not dwelling on it, and continued forward

"Psychological shadow? Have you read too many novels?" Cai Zongming glanced at Lou Cheng, "However, if Chen Changhua can leverage this victory to build momentum and strengthen his willpower, there might indeed be hope for further progress. Hmm, he should now be confident in his professional ninth-grade level; otherwise, he wouldn't directly issue a challenge."

At lunch, Lou Cheng had a great appetite, consuming a meal that was at least double his usual amount. Cai Zongming and Qiu Zhigao were similar, as the extensive practice naturally led to significant energy expenditure, necessitating ample replenishment. Of course, they all waited until after 1 PM to eat, as they were too exhausted beforehand and had little appetite.

Lin Que has clearly mastered this aspect, with his physical coordination and control reaching a rather terrifying level. Did no one notice this?

Has he already reached the standard of a ninth-grade profession, with no disparity in rank?

By the time both strength and footwork training were completed, even with the heat flow generated by the "Golden Elixir" replenishing his energy and alleviating fatigue, Lou Cheng was still drenched in sweat. He was contemplating finding Yan Zheke for a casual chat and then taking Cai Zongming to swipe his card for a shower. However, before Old Master Shi could announce the end of the martial arts class, President Chen Changhua had already stepped out of the line

Isn't Lin Que's winning tactic just the application of "Yin Yang Posture"?

Do you want to accept the challenge

Chen Changhua missed his target, and a sound of something slicing through the air came from behind him. He had no choice but to steel himself, leveraging the momentum to move forward. He suddenly dove to the ground, rolling like a lazy donkey, successfully evading the elbow strike aimed at his back.

Lou Cheng turned his head to look, only to see Yan Zheke also raising her hands high, her face filled with excitement as she cheered.

The entire martial arts venue fell silent for a few seconds before erupting into enthusiastic cheers, singing for the true strong ones

"Orange, is everything alright?" Cai Zongming was also taken aback

In the crowd, Old Man Shi held a cigarette in his right hand, watching Lou Cheng's back with a thoughtful nod.

Sudden changes took him by surprise, and he was almost scared to the point of breaking out in a cold sweat. He was on the verge of falling to the ground, about to land in a heap, and nothing could stop it.

Landing on one foot, with a snap of the spine, his body was pulled forward as he stretched out and lunged ahead, taking several strides before finally stabilizing his form, avoiding a situation that would make him the subject of ridicule

The essence of "Yin Yang Zhuang" is clearly felt as the coordination of the entire body, exerting force effortlessly, achieving a state of unity, and when practiced to the utmost, it reaches the realm of "Dan Qi"

Luo Cheng sighed, saying: "I don't know when I will be as formidable as he is..."

When Old Man Shi arrived slowly, standing by the side as a referee, Chen Changhua cupped his hands and said: "Please enlighten me, Junior Brother Lin"

Lin Que, taking advantage of his position, showed no mercy, delivering one whip kick after another, none rising above the knee, each accompanied by a sharp crack, continuously colliding with Chen Changhua's hands

Everyone has their own future, which is not necessarily martial arts ... Lou Cheng gazed at the slideshow ahead, and this sentence repeatedly flashed through his mind

Lin Que wiped the sweat from his face and walked steadily towards the arena. Dressed in a white training outfit, he appeared handsome and elegant, with a cold and refined demeanor that captured everyone's attention

"The Yin-Yang stakes are really exhausting." Cai Zongming complained casually to Lou Cheng while alternating the movement of his legs

His earlier move was actually a feint, a trap

Chen Changhua was forcefully pushed to the edge of the arena, his hands already a bloody mess

Lin Que is truly impressive! He took the initiative to bring up the topic

After a brief contemplation, he frowned, the unusual light in his eyes fading away. He left Lou Cheng's side with his hands clasped behind his back, walked a few steps, then turned back to take another look. He continued his inspection as if nothing had happened and as if he had seen nothing at all

... ...

Yan Zheke sent a sparkling expression with snow-white teeth: "Do you want to hear the truth or a lie?"

While the two were having a meal, Lou Cheng logged into QQ and chatted with Yan Zheke for a while. That conversation remained vivid in his memory even during the afternoon class, still fresh in his mind

Indeed, it is quite interesting. Lou Cheng mimicked his mannerisms, as one cannot claim to feel as if they could stand until the end of time

As soon as these words were spoken, many martial arts society students gasped in shock. Although it was evident during the welcome meeting that Chen Changhua harbored dissatisfaction towards Lin Que, as if two tigers could not coexist on the same mountain, no one expected that in the first class, he would directly challenge Lin Que.

It seems that the current uses of the 'Golden Elixir' are only two: one is to restore fatigue and alleviate soreness, and the other is to assist in entering a state of tranquility, allowing one to perceive and master the subtle changes in the body, thereby increasing coordination, which is beneficial for practices such as footwork. It cannot, however, enhance my strength, speed, and agility out of thin air. Lou Cheng reflected on the incident where he almost fell earlier, silently summarizing the benefits of the 'Golden Elixir.' Consequently, he became even more dedicated to strength training, relying on his quick recovery and low fatigue to engage in high-intensity and comprehensive workouts for all muscle groups, hoping to rapidly increase his strength in a short period. This left Cai Zongming in a state of astonishment, unable to believe that he was such an orange.

The initial phase of static piling is particularly tedious and monotonous, which easily leads to fatigue and soreness in the body. Old Master Shi, keeping an eye on the clock, would cough a few times and say as soon as half an hour had passed:

Yan Zheke sent a smirking emoji: "Is that the truth? You can't possibly hold on until your senior year. The number of courses will increase, and you'll be burdened with the pressure of employment. How will you have so much time to participate in special training? Moreover, the career level of a ninth-grade professional upon graduation in your senior year won't allow you to enter the martial arts circle. Well, everyone has their own future, and it doesn't necessarily have to be in martial arts."

The sound of clapping or applause

What is the truth? And what is a lie? Lou Cheng asked curiously

This is the standard of a ninth-grade profession

"The orangutan's footwork is quite impressive," praised Cai Zongming, who was beside Lou Cheng. No one expected that Chen Changhua, who was clearly known for his strength and physique, would possess such agile footwork. The combination of the two was not merely additive; it was no wonder he dared to challenge Lin Que.

A low cry suddenly arose from all directions, expressing concern for Lin Que. The ferocity of this collision alone was enough to instill fear in their hearts. Lou Cheng also harbored doubts; if the roles were reversed, even if he had the posture to block, he would undoubtedly suffer a fractured arm and broken ribs, being sent flying away by such a collision

To be able to sit in the position of president of the martial arts society, he indeed possesses some real skills ... Lou Cheng secretly thought to himself as he shifted his gaze towards Lin Que

Looking back, a sea of unfamiliar faces, and Lou Cheng could not find any clues that nearly tripped him up

Yan Zheke sent a lively and cute expression: "The truth is, if you persist in daily special training, come rain or shine, and continue to receive guidance from Coach Shi, by the time you graduate in your senior year, you have a chance to obtain the professional Level 9 certificate, becoming as impressive as Lin Que is now"

His voice seemed to drift from the horizon to Lou Cheng, ethereal and unreal, yet Lou Cheng could only reluctantly withdraw from the state of "Shou Yi." The surrounding clamor, the men and women of reality, surged back like a tide, once again filling his senses, creating a duality of experience once more

"Alright." Lin Que replied coldly, showing no signs of emotion.

With a raised eyebrow, Old Master Shi squinted his eyes, then slowly opened them. His murky, lifeless gaze eerily transformed into a silvery white, cold and crystalline, reflecting the figure of Lou Cheng deep within.

Before reaching the realm of 'Danqi', being tall and strong is a significant advantage. If utilized well, even someone with only an amateur level of second or third rank in martial arts could potentially obtain a ninth rank certificate through a professional ranking competition. In terms of overall strength, they would indeed be a true professional ninth rank, without any doubt. Cai Zongming, who has received several years of formal martial arts education, analyzes this quite astutely. Lin Que is a genius martial artist, having achieved professional ninth rank at the age of eighteen. Given another two months, three months, or even half a year, it is not impossible for him to advance further. Even if he cannot break through to the 'Danqi' realm, his progress will certainly surpass that of the gorilla, and the gap will only continue to widen.

However, while Teng was suspended in mid-air, Lou Cheng unexpectedly sensed various changes in his muscles, just as he had during his earlier state of tranquility, and instinctively adjusted his body's center of gravity with swift, subtle movements.

Lou Cheng and Cai Zongming were both on the right side of Old Man Shi, so they followed the crowd towards the power room behind the arena

Afterwards, Old Man Shi instructed Chen Changhua to demonstrate and explain a form of dynamic stance from the Martial Arts Society, which is a practice routine. He allocated one hour for everyone to grasp and practice it, as it can be used to stretch and strengthen the body, integrating coordination with natural instincts

As he rolled, he exerted force from his waist and abdomen to spring up. Lin Que took a sliding step and arrived beside him, then, like cracking a whip, he swiftly drew out his right foot, producing a sharp sound in mid-air

Chen Changhua crossed his palms in a manner resembling a seal before his body, blocking this whip kick; however, he still retreated half a meter, and the tiger's mouth of both hands was completely split open, bleeding profusely

Is he really that confident

Throughout the entire process, he sat leisurely on the arena with a cigarette in his mouth, his relaxed demeanor eliciting disdain from onlookers

Chen Changhua turned around and smiled politely, striding towards the arena. With each step he took, his entire demeanor transformed, resembling a fierce tiger baring its claws and a water buffalo lowering its head.