The master and apprentice could get along so well, and having aligned philosophies was particularly important.
"Let's not waste words; the practice of Thunderous Scatter Hand is divided into three stages.
The first is Tempering the Body and Igniting Fire, the second is Guiding Thunder and Shaping Form, and the third is the Union of Thunder and Fire.
The first stage can be skipped directly, as your physical condition has long exceeded the standard. We will begin with the second stage.
Xingyi Boxing starts from the first-class level, and the Qi Eating Skill is particularly important.
Guiding Thunder and Shaping Form involves channeling heart fire qi, using it to stimulate thunder and fire to arise naturally. However, it differs from the path of the Five Elements Fist, at first it's... watch closely."
With that said.
Luo Guanyun took a deep breath completely, and then slowly launched a palm strike.
Along with a crisp thunderous explosion, the withered stone in front split open with a responsive crack, emitting an ethereal green smoke, faintly blackened.
"This is Guide Thunder and Shape Form, leading the thunder and fire outward, wielding it with the body, Palm Strike like being possessed by Thunder God."
Meng Chuan savored this, while raising his hand to try.
After several guidance sessions from Luo Guanyun, Meng Chuan quickly grasped the key due to his foundation in Five Qi of the Viscera.
He concentrated his Heart Spirit, channeled a breath of heart fire qi, and successfully ran through the path Luo had described.
"Thunder Whip Hand!"
Meng Chuan shouted loudly.
Luo Guanyun had him shout out loud, as this intimidation boosted morale, increasing the success rate...
Meng Chuan was not shy, he just shouted.
— Bang!
The stone was left with another blackened spot, Meng Chuan had successfully executed a style of Thunder Palm.
Luo Guanyun nodded, his face full of admiration.
"Good, next we will continue to familiarize with the trajectory, continuously striking a hundred punches to master it.
Once you have mastered it, practice the third stage. Practice heartily tonight and strive to enter immediately."
Having said this, Luo Guanyun called Ren Ping, telling her he'd be back a little later as he was outside teaching Meng Chuan boxing.
Meng Chuan confidently said:
"Master Luo, prepare for the third stage."
The crackling sound of thunder echoed, Meng Chuan wielded his hands up and down, exploding with thunder whether striking with Long Fist or short punches!
This is the terrifying aspect of having once achieved, always achieved. Once the path of thunder and fire is mastered, it becomes ingrained in the body, each punch stronger than the last!
Meng Chuan wanted to show Master Luo his potential; he wanted to prove he could optimize the Primordial Spirit Thunder Technique!
Luo Guanyun suppressed his inner shock and smiled, saying:
"Good lad, impressive.
Then let's begin the third stage, 'Union of Thunder and Fire,' which is actually a unique style I created called 'Scatter Hand.' Once you integrate the path of thunder and fire into it, you've entered."
Meng Chuan nodded. The third stage posed no challenge to him; once mastered, it could never be forgotten.
Luo Guanyun continued:
"This is also why I created this stormy environment—in such conditions, it helps you perceive the relationship between nature and boxing.
Alright, follow me in boxing, focusing on footwork similar to short punches."
In the artificial storm environment, two figures chased and intersected, with thunderous punching sounds occasionally exploding into the night sky.
After more than half an hour, Luo Guanyun stopped and stood still, watching Meng Chuan immersed in the world of boxing.
He ignored everything, focused on the movements of his fists, practiced with the breathing technique of three shallow breaths and one deep breath, until it felt as if there were sparks burning at his throat.
Raindrops evaporated into mist upon contact with his fist surface, as he smashed a curtain of rain with his elbow, leaving a large dry space.
"He's done it..."
Luo Guanyun once again marveled at Meng Chuan's 'talent'; since that night in Tong Family Lane, he was like a changed man.
"I truly hit the jackpot..."
The phone screen lit up; it was his wife urging him to return and fulfill his conjugal duties...
After folding his phone, Luo Guanyun motioned for Meng Chuan to stop for now.
"You've basically entered; continue practicing to consolidate. Your master has matters to attend to and will leave first."
"Alright."
Luo Guanyun turned halfway, suddenly remembering something.
His expression was somewhat hesitant as he said:
"Um... make me a copy of that Mucha-something technique and send it to me.
This area is dangerous, your master will help monitor it for you."
"Okay."
The master had thin skin, so he didn't say much more.
A wife can take care of beating practice, no need for him to worry...
After Master Luo left, Meng Chuan gazed at the panel in his mind.
[Thunderous Scatter Hand] successfully entered.
He didn't stop; just like Luo Guanyun thought, he had another insight!
Thanks to the 'Chaotic Heaven' trait's ability to make meridians mysteriously clear, his understanding of boxing accelerated once again.
As the thunderbolt sounds continued to ring, his proficiency also climbed rapidly.
[Thunderous Scatter Hand: Entry (1%) → Entry (2%)]
...
Time passed, and the panel finally solidified.
[Thunderous Scatter Hand: Entry (56%) awaiting Limit Breaking]
[Limit Breaking Trait: Primordial Thunder Cutting Vein (Intermediate)]
Because Thunderous Scatter Hand had just entered, proficiency soared in a big leap.
Meng Chuan felt a new surge of Qi Blood power in his body and proceeded to practice the boxing technique twice more to consolidate.
"Enlightenment feels so great, it's all thanks to 'Chaotic Heaven,' moving one step closer to the Nine Passes."
He raised his dragon-bone wristwatch to check the time; it was already eleven o'clock at night.
Thinking that today's meditation with Long had not been practiced yet, he turned and left without further delay.
This little world, having long lost its true power, had already returned to a state of calm with no wind or rain.
...
Half a month passed by in the blink of an eye.
Meng Chuan, as usual, went to the United University Preparatory High School to practice boxing after his routine training.
Thanks to the smooth flow of his meridians, the speed of Meng Chuan's fist techniques had significantly improved.
Not only had his progress in the Five Elements Qiankun Fist been pleasing, but his Thunderbolt Hands had also reached a mature state a few days ago.
This new fist technique, the more Meng Chuan practiced it, the more he liked it.
It suited his taste perfectly; the approach was simple and straightforward. Once a chance was found, he would swiftly get close and end the opponent with a thunderous strike.
Meanwhile, his Qi Blood benefitted from the progress in his boxing skills, successfully crossing the 200-mark, with over fifty points to go to reach the Nine Gates, it was not far off.
"Perhaps I don't need to wait for the Five Elements Qiankun Fist to reach mastery to enter the Nine Gates..."
With deeper practice of this fist technique, Meng Chuan gained a deep understanding of why it was called the first fist of Xingyi.
Just the effect of pushing Qi Blood was unparalleled, and in real combat, its execution was overwhelmingly dominant.
He silently thought to himself:
"If I break the limits with this fist technique, not only will I gain the first [Core Trait], but the Golden Medal is equally important."
Meng Chuan was still worried about his family's safety in his heart.
Fang Jianxing, the old demon, was extremely cunning. Having the protective function of the stationed army with a Golden Medal, he could be much more at ease.
But the best way to solve a problem was to solve the person who posed it.
Not just for the safety of his family, but also to avenge Sister Ru.
Fang Jianxing's subordinate, Venom, was the first formidable opponent he encountered.
It was also Venom who made Meng Chuan realize the fragility of life, thereby inspiring the potential awakening of [Nirvana Transformation].
"If you don't come, then I'll go to Japan to find you by then..."
...
Sitting in the special car, Meng Chuan closed his eyes, contemplating the recent important events.
The Martial Arts Competition Center (stadium) in the province was about to be completed, expected to be operational by early next month.
The first event to be hosted upon completion was the much-anticipated [National Martial Arts Supernova Tournament·San Qin Zone].
During this time, although Yong'an City experienced some turmoils due to the Black Water Company's affair, it basically did not affect the normal life of the citizens.
The Martial Arts Association and the police department were still continuing their siege on the remnants of the Black Water forces, and had currently narrowed down the area where they were hiding. Yong'an was about to launch the final cleanup operations.
Other cities were also conducting similar special crackdown activities, uncovering one disguised lair after another, capturing several martial arts level demon path criminals.
Meng Chuan had always hoped that Chief Long could assign him a mission.
To let him share in the action, not really, to make a contribution to Yong'an...
Unfortunately, the rectification activities were proceeding very smoothly, and there was no need for him to make a move.
...
At the junction of Qin and Jin territories.
On the national highway leading to Yong'an, a cold storage truck full of fresh ice was driving at a steady pace.
A fierce-looking bald man was sitting in the driver's seat, with thick calluses covering his hands resting on the steering wheel, indicating he was a person well-practiced in martial arts.
Looking down from his jaw, one could notice a unique mark deep on his chest.
This man was a demon path martial artist of the [Demon Summoning Hall].
He turned his head and said to the passenger seat:
"Boss, can I do a task in Yong'an on the side?"
"Which one?"
"The one to kill the little genius."
"You've only gone through three transformations, your strength barely maintaining the Nine Gates, and you're already eyeing the fourth transformation?"
"I'm just getting ready haha, this kid's value has increased too fast, it also means he's a major hidden danger for our sect. I must alleviate the worries of the God Reverend."
"Okay, after I finish my business, notify you to take action, don't delay the main task."
"Thank you, boss! Hahaha, with the boss taking action, it will surely be foolproof!"
Ignoring the other party's flattery, the boss just tapped the windshield lightly with his hand, calculating this plan in his heart...
There was a menacing scar running from the top of his forehead to the tip of his jaw.
So terrifying was his appearance, adults and children would likely have nightmares if they saw it.
This man was the top name on the wanted list of Yong'an City, and one of the founders of the giant demon path organization, Demon Summoning Hall.
The fourth great hero grandmaster, [Blood-Drinking Demon Sword·Li Xiao].
"Seven years have passed... I return to Yong'an again..."
...
Early March.
Inside the classroom of United University Preparatory High School, Meng Chuan, along with the other students participating in the Supernova Tournament, listened to Lu Zhuxiao's lesson.
"This course will end in mid-month, next month you will step into the arena for real combat, I hope everyone achieves good results.
Alright, without further ado, today's focus is to teach you about some unconventional weapons, and how to deal with them when encountered.
These are the weapons most loved by demon path practitioners, for instance, the fan in Xu Qingfeng's hand belongs to this category.
I once fought a Tianwaitian demon path martial artist known as [Fan Shadow Demon Butcher], compared to this person, Xu Qingfeng is still too green."
Xu Qingfeng, who had been dozing off while propping up his fan, immediately stood upright with determined eyes upon hearing Lu Zhuxiao mention him.
Meng Jiaolong, standing beside Meng Chuan, whispered to Xu Qingfeng:
"Buddy, are you Zhao Jian's brother?"
Meng Chuan chuckled silently.
Zhao Jian was previously an undercover demon path agent in the prep high school, using a sniper gun in an ambush against Fang Jianxing's subordinates.
He was eventually beaten half to death by him, investigated by the police department, and sent back to be reincarnated for several months.
Just as Xu Qingfeng was about to retort, Lu Zhuxiao coughed twice, so he had no choice but to glare at Meng Jiaolong and listen attentively to the lecture.