The next morning, Lin Xuan went straight to the Martial Arts Hall.
After taking first place in the clan competition, his status had risen dramatically.
Now, he was treated on the same level as the likes of Lin Xia and Lin Hong, and every elder in the clan looked at him with admiration.
With his new standing, there were no longer any obstacles to entering the Martial Arts Hall.
As long as it wasn't one of the clan's signature martial arts, he could borrow any technique simply by registering it.
At the entrance, Lin Xuan didn't rush inside. Instead, he followed his usual routine and silently created tasks in his mind.
[Task: Obtain a Rank 3 boxing martial art. Reward: One bottle of Rank 3 Pulse-Protecting Pills.]
[Task: Obtain a Rank 3 movement martial art. Reward: 200-jin weighted iron suit.]
His goal this time was simple....find a new boxing technique and movement technique.
He already had talents in both areas, so continuing to cultivate in these directions would allow him to progress at lightning speed.
Moreover, his current boxing and movement techniques were already close to reaching the Technique Approaching the Dao realm. ..
Once they crossed that threshold, his martial arts talent would directly level up.
If both of my talents reach the highest level, then learning new techniques will become effortless...like breathing.
With that thought, Lin Xuan entered the hall. The guards at the door, who once ignored him, now greeted him with flattering smiles.
What a change...
Lin Xuan sighed inwardly.
When you have strength, everyone suddenly becomes "friendly."
He skipped past the shelves of basic martial arts and went straight to the very back.
The Rank 3 martial arts section only had ten ancient yellow scrolls, looking pitifully few compared to the Rank 1 and 2 techniques in the front rows.
Lin Xuan examined each one carefully. Beside every scroll was a wooden plaque with a detailed introduction.
Rank 3 Martial Arts: Returning Wind Cotton Hand… Traceless Claw… Ancient Ang Boxing… Flowing Wind Movement… Qimen Seal (Fragment)…"
There was only one movement martial art, Flowing Wind Movement, so that choice was easy.
For boxing arts, there were two: Ancient Ang Boxing and Mountain-Shaking Boxing.
Ancient Ang Boxing was highly technical, combining fists, palms, elbows, and shoulders into unpredictable combos that were difficult to defend against.
Mountain-Shaking Boxing was pure power....simple, direct, and devastating.
It focused entirely on explosive strength and crushing force, even carrying a shockwave effect with each strike.
After some thought, Lin Xuan chose Mountain-Shaking Boxing.
In battle, raw strength matters most. Technique can be supplemented with movement skills,
but if I have the speed advantage, a clean, overwhelming strike will end the fight immediately.
As for the Qimen Seal Fragment, Lin Xuan didn't even consider it.
In the original story, this technique was Little Brother Lin Dong's signature move in the early stages.
The first stance alone was comparable to a Rank 3 martial art, and if completed, it would reach Rank 5! Unfortunately,
only a fragment was available here. Without the complete form, it was basically useless....better to wait until Little Brother Lin Dong had painstakingly restored it… and then swoop in to take advantage.
For now, ordinary Rank 3 martial arts are enough for me.
"Ah, Brother Lin Xuan! You're here to choose martial arts too?"
A familiar voice called out just as Lin Xuan was about to leave. Turning around, he saw Lin Dong approaching with a friendly smile.
"Little brother Lin Dong," Lin Xuan greeted warmly. "I've already made my choice.
All the Rank 3 martial arts are here. If you're uncertain, I can help you pick."
At the same time, Lin Xuan silently triggered the system.
[Task: Help Little Brother Lin Dong choose the Qimen Seal Fragment. Reward: Complete Qimen Seal.]
When the system confirmed the task, Lin Xuan's heart leapt with joy.
Perfect. In the original story, he would've chosen the Qimen Seal anyway. I'm just accelerating the process...and reaping the benefits!
"What did you choose, Brother Lin Xuan?" Lin Dong asked curiously.
Lin Xuan pointed at his selections. "Mountain-Shaking Boxing and Flowing Wind Movement."
"Movement martial arts…" Lin Dong muttered, clearly tempted. During their last battle, he had deeply felt Brother Lin Xuan's terrifying speed.
Lin Xuan always dictated the pace of the fight, striking first and retreating freely.
Maybe I should also learn a movement technique… cover my weaknesses.
"This Flowing Wind Movement looks good," Lin Dong said decisively. "I'll try it too."
"Good choice," Lin Xuan encouraged. Then, with a serious tone, he added, "But remember, movement arts alone won't win fights.
They're support skills. You still need a powerful offensive technique to finish your opponent."
Little Brother Lin Dong nodded and asked humbly, "Then… which offensive art do you think suits me best, Brother Lin Xuan?"
He didn't want to learn the same boxing art as Lin Xuan. Mountain-Shaking Boxing was too similar to Brother Lin Xuan's style, and if they both practiced it, Lin Xuan would always have the advantage.
Lin Xuan studied him carefully. "Your Through-the-Back Fist and Eight Wastelands Palm have smooth, precise movements...clearly, you value technique and strategy. In that case, Ancient Ang Boxing is perfect for you.
It uses every part of the body, and its diverse attacks make it impossible to defend against once mastered."
He then added with a pause, "However… this art is difficult to cultivate, which is why I didn't pick it."
Lin Dong's eyes lit up. "You really think I could master it?"
"Of course," Lin Xuan said with a knowing smile. "You've only been training for a year, yet your martial arts have reached an impressive level.
That speaks volumes about your talent. I believe you can take this art to new heights."
Flattered and encouraged, Lin Dong eagerly agreed, "Then I'll cultivate Ancient Ang Boxing!"
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