Chapter 10: Miscellaneous Matters of Martial Arts Training
Oh, Junior Sister Xiaohui is doing laundry, come, let me help you
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"Oh, a piece of fabric, four straps, is this an apron? How exquisite it is, with two ducks embroidered on it." Xin Han casually picked up one item, looked at it, and sniffed to check for any smell of kitchen grease.
Chen Zhen, who has been exposed to Western culture, does not harbor any aversion towards such discussions; rather, the more he deliberates, the clearer his understanding becomes, which is also greatly beneficial for his personal development
After running, they began to jump rope again, leaving the Jingwu Gate both curious and perplexed about such training for the two individuals
Have you ever seen such a practice?
"Junior apprentice, what is the matter? Do you have something on your mind?" Chen Zhen was still very concerned about this junior apprentice
Chen Zhen let out a cold snort and turned to leave; staying any longer would drive him to his wits' end with this fellow
Ah, I don't know how I offended Senior Sister Xiaohui just now. I intended to help her with her laundry, but unexpectedly, she scolded me.
"Apron? Duck? Quite fragrant?" Chen Zhen thought for a moment and suddenly realized, giving Xin Han's forehead a hard knock: "You little rascal, what apron duck are you talking about? That is the mandarin ducks displayed on the belly pocket."
Practicing boxing without training the fundamentals will lead to emptiness in old age. The fundamentals refer to stance training. As practitioners of boxing, we draw our strength from the ground, thus standing practice is essential. How about this, junior apprentice, in addition to your boxing practice, you should also stand in the four-square horse stance for an additional two hours each day.
Xiao Hui and several of her sisters fell silent as they witnessed Nong Jinsun lose his temper
"It's fine, I can manage. I used to do my own laundry when I was abroad," Xin Han said as he snatched the clothes from Xiao Hui's hands.
The truth behind Huo Yuanjia's death has been revealed, and a day has been chosen for his burial to ensure peace. On the surface, the Jingwu School has once again returned to its former tranquility.
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"No way, Fifth Senior Brother, to defeat the opponent before they make a move." Chen Zhen's theory conflicted with the understanding of his fellow disciples, and Ah Ren, feeling somewhat perplexed, began to rebut.
"Brother A Biao, let's move things, come on, let me do it."
In addition to practicing martial arts, he diligently assists his senior brothers and sisters with various tasks, and everyone in the Jingwu School holds a favorable impression of this new junior disciple. There is not a single person who does not like him, and of course, his industriousness is also purposeful
After everyone else finished their training and dispersed, only Xin Han remained standing in place. A figure approached him, snorted coldly, and tossed a towel over: "Wipe your sweat, don't dirty the courtyard"
The traitor within the Jingwu Gate has been uncovered, and everyone is filled with righteous indignation. They are somewhat lenient towards the unfortunate Uncle Gen, trying to avoid discussing him, but poor Ah Xiang is not so fortunate. Xin Han even heard someone curse Ah Xiang, wishing that he would give birth to a child without eyes or any other features.
Therefore, I will certainly demand reaction speed and strength, as well as the simplest attacks, which are the most direct and effective
Hehe. Xin Han let out a silly laugh; Xiao Hui, though her face is cold, has a warm heart. Even a fool can see that she is concerned about him
I did not mean to, Fifth Senior Brother, please help me explain to Junior Sister Xiao Hui, I truly am not a lecher, it is only because I am too innocent and have never seen such things, I do not recognize them
"Excessively flashy movements are not necessarily effective; learning martial arts should not be purely about repetitive practice. The sole purpose of combat is to defeat the opponent"
It's nothing, this little bit doesn't count for much. Let me handle it. If you feel uneasy, just pass on a few of your secret techniques to me. Anything like the Nine Yin Manual, the Buddha's Palm, or the Moonlight Treasure Box will do.
Under the guidance of Huo Ting'en, Xin Han began to learn the techniques of Huo Family Boxing step by step. In truth, he was more inclined to seek advice from Chen Zhen, often casting a resentful glance at Chen Zhen, lamenting the promised training and guidance.
The person who has arrived is Xiao Hui
No, I have not seen it.
These two individuals are here to learn martial arts
Xiao Hui nodded slightly and was about to speak when one of the individuals eagerly interjected: "May I ask, is it Master Chen Zhen who teaches us martial arts?"
With both hands raised, he continued for more than fifty repetitions before finally stopping, unaware that a pair of beautiful eyes was secretly watching him from behind.
No, there is just a red apron, and strangely, it is embroidered with two ducks. I smelled it and there was no smell of cooking oil, it actually smelled quite nice. Then she called me a lecher and told me to get lost. Xin Han looked completely innocent
"When will Xiaohui no longer hold it against you? When will you come to me again to discuss this matter?" Chen Zhen quickened his pace to shake off Xin Han.
Chen Zhen has just returned from Dr. Smith's office, where it was confirmed by the doctor that the toxin found in crocodile meat is the same as the one that poisoned Huo Yuanjia. This toxin is a chronic poison that can cause the lungs to gradually decay.
In recent days, people have been coming to seek out Chen Zhen for martial arts training, which brings both joy and concern to Nong Jinsun. The joy comes from the fact that the Jingwu School, established by Huo Yuanjia, has regained its prominence on the Shanghai Bund, while the concern arises from the fact that the current head of the Jingwu School is Huo Ting'en
It is quite fragrant
Junior apprentice, there's no need for you to do it. You just finished your training, so take a rest. I can handle it myself
After finishing his workout, Chen Zhen smiled and said to Xin Han: "Junior brother, I didn't expect your physical fitness to be even better than I imagined"
However, if your strength is insufficient, you may throw ten punches at someone, and they remain unharmed, but if they hit you once, you will fall and cannot withstand it
After finishing his training, Chen Zhen shared his insights on martial arts with his junior disciples, imparting to them the most valuable principles he had learned without reservation
Xin Han also joined in, and under the leadership of Chen Zhen, a group of people began to take their stances and perform the Huo Family Fist.
Running is a piece of cake for Xinhan; he has previously engaged in weight training, so keeping up with Chen Zhen is not a problem
Nong Jinsun was standing nearby, smoking a pipe and watching Chen Zhen with a thoughtful expression. At that moment, a female disciple happened to walk over with two individuals who had come to learn martial arts, looking for Xiao Hui.
Many disciples of the Jingwu School began to discuss among themselves, and Huo Ting'en, watching from a distance, felt somewhat perplexed
Xin Han looked at the person approaching and smiled, saying: "Thank you, Senior Sister. By the way, you are not angry with me anymore, right?"
At that moment, he said to the two individuals in an irritable tone: "The owner of the Jingwu School is Huo Tinging. I cannot guarantee whether Chen Zhen is the teacher. If you do not wish to learn, you may go back."
While practicing martial arts in the cold, I carefully observed Chen Zhen's boxing techniques. I felt that Chen Zhen's Huo family boxing exuded a sense of gravity and substance, as if each punch concentrated the power of his body, exuding an imposing aura that instilled fear in onlookers
He understood that Chen Zhen was able to concentrate all his strength at a single point to unleash such momentum
Next, Chen Zhen began to perform double-handed three-finger push-ups, single-handed three-finger push-ups, and single-handed human lifts. Other than single-handed three-finger push-ups and single-handed human lifts, Xin Han followed along with everything else.
Chen Zhen seemed to have not heard his complaints, hurriedly leaving as if avoiding a plague.
"Get lost!" Xiao Hui's scolding voice came from afar
He went out for a morning run with Chen Zhen while carrying a ten-kilogram sandbag. Chen Zhen did not oppose the arrival of the cold weather; instead, he cast an appreciative glance at him.
Chen Zhen conveyed this message to Nong Jinsun and Huo Ting'en. Just as he walked to the back intending to stretch his muscles, he saw Xin Han lost in thought
"When will you teach me martial arts, Fifth Brother? I've only been practicing Huo Family Fist lately." Xin Han did not forget his original intention and followed closely behind Chen Zhen, smiling.
At that moment, Xiao Hui's face resembled a ripe apple, as she forcefully snatched the clothes from Xin Han's hands: "Hmph, I thought you were a good person, Junior Brother, but it turns out you are just a lecher." After saying this, she glanced around to see no one was watching and hurriedly ran away.
Chen Zhen, accompanied by Xin Han, overturned the Hongkou Dojo, and the news of Chen Zhen's overwhelming victory over Akagawa Ryuichi in a fair duel spread like wildfire
Uh, no way, Fifth Brother. Xin Han just realized at this moment that there were no bras in this era; that thing was just a pouch used by women. How pitiful that I didn't recognize it, truly too innocent.
"Impressive!" "Can you do it?" The other disciples watched in astonishment, surprised by the physical strength of the two individuals
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As the reputation of Jingwumen returns to its peak, Chen Zhen himself also becomes the most sought-after martial artist on the Bund of Shanghai
"Fifth Brother, I have never seen you practice like this before. Are you still going to teach us how to fight?" A Ren looked on with envy, knowing about Chen Zhen's challenge to the Hongkou Dojo, and he had long admired Chen Zhen's skills.
If you want to hit others, you must first learn to take a hit
Upon hearing him say this, Chen Zhen's face darkened with a line of displeasure, implying that if I know you, then I am not pure, is that right? "I see you are not a mere libertine; you are a rogue.
Standing in the cold for an hour, yet according to the calculation of two time periods, there are still three hours remaining. Sweat drips continuously from my face, and my legs ache as if they might break at any moment. The tendons in my legs are taut, visibly shaking violently.
If Chen Zhen continues like this, he will turn the tables and diminish Huo Ting'en's prestige in the eyes of his disciples.
Ah! This is such a disgrace, how can I possibly face Junior Sister Xiao Hui now?" Xin Han said with a bitter smile
On the training ground, Huo Ting'en was instructing Xin Han. He felt a deep gratitude towards Xin Han, not only for bringing him hope to redeem his beloved but also for identifying the traitor within the Jingwu School. Therefore, he held him to even stricter standards.
Hello, Junior Sister Xiaohui, if you don't want me to help you wash your apron, that's fine. Just teach me a few of your secret techniques, like the Nine Yin White Bone Claw or the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms.
Huo Yuanjia was afflicted by this kind of poison; during his match against Ryūichi Akutagawa, even a slight exertion would cause severe hemorrhaging in his lungs, and he was fundamentally unable to withstand Akutagawa's powerful strikes
"Teach, how can we not teach? Come, let us practice together." Chen Zhen smiled as he walked to the center of the arena with the disciples of Jingwu School.
Xiao Hui let out a light snort, not even glancing at him as she turned and walked away
"Wait a moment, you two take your time, I have something to say." Xin Han had just been learning from his fellow apprentices about Chen Zhen's experiences, but he did not know when he had slipped away to this place.
No, no, Junior Brother, you are too polite. I will handle it myself.
That can't be, Xiaohui is a very nice person. Did you offend her in some way?
"How malicious! He should have given birth to a son instead of this nonsense," Xin Han silently thought. He harbored deep hatred for A Xiang, not only for causing the death of Huo Yuanjia but also for having beaten him twice, which still hurt.
On the second day, Xin Han decided to take the initiative. To quickly enhance his strength, he realized that he needed Chen Zhen's guidance. He resolved to train alongside Chen Zhen.
Sigh, I am still far behind Fifth Senior Brother, and I do not know when I will be able to catch up to you. Xin Han sighed, and he spoke the truth; with physical qualities like Chen Zhen's, he could definitely participate in the Olympics, and even in several events.