Chapter 200: Chapter 146: Promotion (2)

It wasn’t that he thought he couldn’t earn Favor Points by instructing the Outer Courtyard students, nor was he worried his guidance would be subpar and negatively affect them. The simple fact was, teaching students was Guo Wei’s job. He hadn’t yet finished his apprenticeship and couldn’t overstep his bounds without Guo Wei’s permission.

On the path of cultivation, one must not only stay true to oneself but also, more importantly, fulfill one’s duties.

Chu Lingguang didn’t dare to overstep his bounds, nor had he ever asked Guo Wei if he could instruct the Outer Courtyard students. He had dared to guide Liu Quan only because he was the one who had brought Liu Quan to the Martial Arts Hall, and they were both from Liu Family Gully. Even if Guo Wei found out, he would likely see it as two boys from the same village helping each other and not think much of it.

Having just earned a title and become the top scholar of South City, Chu Lingguang knew he had to be even more mindful of his place. He couldn’t let anyone think he considered his training complete and could take over Guo Wei’s teaching duties.

This was a serious matter. A single misstep could earn him the accusation of betraying his master and his lineage. Even if Guo Wei didn’t hold it against him, causing his master to face criticism would be a grave act of disrespect.

“Oh, thank you, Chu.”

Though the young man was disappointed, he didn’t dare show any dissatisfaction on his face.

Chu Lingguang didn’t want anyone to get the wrong idea, so he announced, “My master taught me everything I know. His strength is renowned even in the Governor’s Mansion. If you want to become his disciple as I have, you must train diligently. Remember his every word of advice, and don’t be half-hearted or give up halfway.”

“Thank you, Chu!”

Everyone replied.

Chu Lingguang had only managed to generate Fist Force right at the deadline, so his words carried great weight. Everyone took them to heart.

Chu Lingguang gave the crowd a faint smile and headed into the back courtyard. When Hei Hu arrived a little later, they went together to pay their respects to Guo Wei. They served him his porridge first, and only after he picked up his chopsticks did the two of them sit down to eat.

Life seemed to go on as usual, with no changes.

“HUFF!”

After breakfast, Chu Lingguang used the Day and Night Breathing Technique to aid his digestion before starting his practice of the Basic Thirteen Spear Techniques in the back courtyard. He wanted to perfect the state of Unity of Man and Gun until he could perform it at will. This would allow him to easily harness the ambient Potential Energy and unleash its power to the fullest.

Each thrust of his spear would grow exponentially in power, causing his combat prowess to skyrocket.

’My aptitude isn’t high enough. I can only rely on painstaking practice.’

「3:00 PM.」

Chu Lingguang saw Hei Hu, who had just finished his Breathing Technique, frowning in deep thought. He walked over and asked, “Senior Brother, what’s on your mind?”

“I’ve already combined the Breathing Technique and Pile Skill Master taught me, but I still can’t awaken the Dragon Elephant Power.”

Hei Hu said, frustrated.

“Senior Brother, your talent is exceptional. You’ll awaken the Dragon Elephant Power sooner or later. Don’t rush it.”

Chu Lingguang said reassuringly.

“I want to hear the sound of the Dragon’s Roar and Elephant’s Wail, to feel the Dragon Elephant Power. Junior Brother, you have to help me.”

Hei Hu looked at Chu Lingguang with hopeful eyes.

“Alright. According to the academy’s rules, I can’t teach you the Day and Night Breathing Technique, but I can share my experience of awakening the Blood Dragon Elephant. I’m not very good at explaining things, though, so please bear with me, Senior Brother.”

Chu Lingguang didn’t refuse.

He and Hei Hu were martial brothers; their relationship was different from the one he had with the Outer Courtyard students. Sharing his insights with Hei Hu was a form of mutual support. If Hei Hu achieved enlightenment from it, Guo Wei wouldn’t be displeased. On the contrary, he would praise them for their strong brotherly bond and for helping one another.

“I know how you are. It’s fine, let’s do it!”

Hei Hu was overjoyed.

“Then I’ll start, Senior Brother.”

Chu Lingguang immediately channeled the power of his Blood Dragon Elephant and executed the Iron Mountain Fist, striking at Hei Hu with the Mountain Descending Technique.

’What’s the best way to feel it?’

’Clearly, taking a direct hit is the most authentic experience.’

“Hey, Junior Brother!”

Hei Hu’s eyes flew open. He scrambled to defend himself but couldn’t block the blow at all. BANG! He was sent flying backward, crashing into the Soldier Landing Platform and knocking it to the ground.

“When I awakened the Blood Dragon Elephant, first this happened, then that, and finally it was like this…”

After letting Hei Hu clearly experience the power of the Dragon’s Roar and Elephant’s Wail, Chu Lingguang proceeded to explain his insights to him in full detail.

After dinner, Hei Hu was black and blue.

Chu Lingguang said to him, “Senior Brother, my neighbor, Mrs. Liu, asked if I could help her husband get a less strenuous job at your second uncle’s tile factory. Do you think that’s possible?”

“It’s possible. Just tell Mrs. Liu’s husband to report directly to the tile factory tomorrow morning. I’ll talk to my second uncle tonight. Oh, right, tell me again about what it felt like to awaken your Dragon Elephant Power.”

There was no way Hei Hu would refuse.

“Great. Let me treat you to a drink on Wine Street, Senior Brother. We can talk on the way. You should invite your second uncle to join us, too. My uncle works at his tile factory, and I’ve always wanted to thank him for looking out for him.”

“Okay, I’ll invite him. He’ll be thrilled to hear you’re treating him to a drink.”

“Senior Brother, I think you need to clear your meridians before you can awaken the Dragon Elephant Power. Don’t rush. It’s not too late to focus on clearing one meridian first before trying to awaken the power.”

“You’re right, Junior Brother. I’m just trying to get a better understanding. Cultivation has to be done one step at a time. It can’t be rushed.”

…

The two martial brothers walked toward Wine Street, arms slung over each other’s shoulders.

By the time they finished their drinks on Wine Street, the sky had grown completely dark. When Chu Lingguang returned to Liu Family Gully, only a few lamps were still lit.

Mrs. Liu’s home was one of them.

As Chu Lingguang returned, he deliberately opened his door a bit louder than usual.

“Lin Guang, you’re back from your training! Have you eaten? I just steamed a fresh basket of buns.”

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