Chapter 210: Chapter 106: Surging Undercurrents

Nestled amidst lush grass, Mingcan Temple radiated a unique vitality. The once-bare hill was now a vibrant, flourishing green.

On the tranquil green slopes by the lake, tender shoots sprouted and unfurled in the wind. Butterflies and other insects occasionally circled overhead, their wings creating a soft buzz.

After more than a month away, Zhao Rui and the others finally returned to the long-unseen Mingcan Temple.

The scenery and architecture, which they had once felt couldn’t compare to the training center, now seemed to freeze time the moment it came into view, becoming an endlessly captivating sight.

Perhaps it was as the saying goes: there’s no place like home.

When they returned, the members of the Martial Arts Team were still training. Hearing footsteps, they all looked over in unison.

They saw Wang Zhanshan leading Zhao Rui and the other four in through the entrance with a casual swagger.

And why wouldn’t they swagger? Back on their own turf, they could walk however they pleased.

“Coach Wang, you’re back?”

Zeng Hongyi and another assistant coach smiled and walked up to greet them.

“It’s been over a month, about time we came back. Just looking after this bunch of rascals was boring me to death.”

Wang Zhanshan said with a smile, then looked at the other team members on the training grounds and added, “This kind of special training isn’t just for these five. As long as you advance to Level 8, you’ll also get a chance to see how others train.”

“Alright, everyone, get back to your training.”

Wang Zhanshan clapped his hands, signaling for everyone to practice on their own. He then led the two assistant coaches elsewhere to discuss matters.

As soon as the coaches left, the other team members swarmed over, curiously asking about the special training.

“Special training? For us, it was no big deal.”

Cai Zhengyang glanced at Zhao Rui, and seeing he had no desire to show off, smoothly took over the conversation.

“You guys have no idea. That bunch tried to put us in our place, but I knocked them flat in just a few moves.”

“Brother Yang is awesome! With your skills, Brother Yang, you’d be top-tier anywhere you go.”

“What do you mean, top-tier? Brother Yang is Nanbo Bay!”

“Right, right, right! Brother Yang is Nanbo Bay!”

The crowd laughed as they showered him with praise.

Cai Zhengyang was pleased to hear it. This time, his boasting wasn’t exaggerated in the slightest.

Out of everyone from Dongda, he was the only one with a combat record, and it was a clean, decisive victory at that.

Just as he was about to show off with more details, he caught sight of Wang Dalong silently walking off to the side.

From the direction he was heading, it was likely the Cultivation Quiet Chamber.

“Tch!”

’He puts on such an act with the team, but once he’s away from school, he’s like a little lamb,’ Cai Zhengyang thought with contempt. Just as he was about to speak, he heard Zhao Rui say from the side, “Zhengyang really brought honor to Dongda this time. If you guys have any questions, just ask him.”

“Not at all, you’re all just being kind, haha!”

Cai Zhengyang raised an eyebrow, surprised that Zhao Rui was backing him up. Delight instantly spread across his face.

Zhao Rui smiled and patted his shoulder, then turned and led Miao Miaomiao and Cao Guannan elsewhere.

Seeing the “big shots” leave, Zheng Minghao awkwardly said a few words to Cai Zhengyang before quietly taking his leave as well.

“You guys have no idea, we went to the provincial martial arts training center…”

Not long after the others left, Cai Zhengyang’s voice began to echo slowly through the Martial Arts Dojo.

In a Quiet Chamber in the Martial Arts Institute, Wang Dalong sat cross-legged, his expression solemn.

Within his Dantian, his Dragon Subduing Inner Power churned and boiled like a raging river.

It was a perfect mirror of his turbulent state of mind.

This past month of training, although his Level was still Level 9, his control over his Inner Strength and his body had improved immensely.

At the same time, it had made him realize his many shortcomings, especially a certain impetuousness in his temperament.

’The world outside is so vast. This little bit of strength I have isn’t enough!’

“A palm that fells dragons… Dragon Battle in the Wilderness!”

Wang Dalong’s eyes narrowed. It was time to cultivate the ninth palm of the Dragon Subduing Palm!

…

In a valley in Sichuan Province, the forest was dense and the streams were clear, the tranquil mountains echoing with birdsong.

This once-quiet stretch of wilderness was now filled with a bustling clamor.

“Make the movement a bit more exaggerated. Yes, you need to show more shyness. Good… CUT!”

A voice boomed from a distant megaphone.

“Director Wang, the management from the scenic area said they’d like to treat you to dinner tonight. What do you think…?”

Just then, a staff member ran up to a man and whispered in his ear.

This man, addressed as Director Wang, was none other than Wang Ping, the head director of the “Crane Cry in the Nine Heavens” film crew.

At that moment, he was leading a group of cast and crew to film on the edge of a primeval forest, out in the middle of nowhere.

This area was part of a nature reserve in Sichuan Province. One section was a scenic area open to the public, while the other was part of the protected zone.

The spot where they were currently filming was deep inside the protected zone.

This was not normally permitted, but Director Wang’s reputation was too great to refuse.

The scenic area management had given him the green light.

Wang Ping had chosen this location because of a mountain ravine here. The drop from the peak to the ravine floor was a full thousand meters, and in front of it lay a flat, elegant clearing with low-lying vegetation.

It was the perfect location for the story’s protagonist to cultivate his character and recuperate in peace.

“Of course, I’ll go. They’re showing me so much respect; I have to attend. Bring Zhao Tianxin and Zhang Jialun along.”

After speaking, Director Wang hesitated for a moment, then added, “And call a few more actors to liven up the atmosphere.”

“Yes, Director Wang. I’ll go make the arrangements right away!”

The staff member smiled, nodded in agreement, and zipped down the hillside.

A short while later, in a thicket just outside the filming location, the staff member who had just left was looking at the young woman before him with a burning gaze.

“Tonight is a great opportunity. Not only will you get to meet the management from the scenic area, but more importantly, you’ll be able to have dinner with Director Wang. As long as you make a good impression, getting a few extra scenes will be a piece of cake.”

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