I practiced my spirituality alone in Hong Kong.

[Mission Assigned: Win the martial arts contest challenge from the Eagle Claw Sect Master, rewarded with +0.5 Innate Qi!]

Young man, true heroes only wield their fists against the strong and their swords against the kings. Though you are new to the world, you already possess the spirit of a chivalrous hero!

Li Chang'an's heart skipped a beat when he saw the reward for the task in front of him.

0.5 units of primordial Qi.

It's equivalent to a reward for him to kill a thousand harmful rats!

The reward for a job that is related to the leader of the Eagle Claw Sect is so high!

For a moment, Li Chang'an's eyes shone brightly as he looked at Huang Zhengli, which startled the other party slightly.

Huang Zhengli coughed lightly and nodded to himself:

As expected of a true disciple of a kung fu master, he showed no fear in the face of my challenge; on the contrary, he was full of fighting spirit.

It's rare to see young people who remind me of myself when I was young.

Hwang Jang-lee waved his hand and said:

"Anzai, if you have nothing else to do, you can go back now. I need to continue practicing my boxing."

Li Chang'an nodded and took his leave, returning to the film set.

As soon as I returned, Chen Yuanlong came up to me and asked in a low voice:

"Anzai, where did you run off to? Director Yuan just came to check on the set. Since you weren't there, I made up an excuse, saying you had an upset stomach and went to the bathroom..."

"I just went to the backyard and asked Master Huang for a few kung fu tips," Li Chang'an replied truthfully.

Chen Yuanlong's eyes widened immediately, and he gave him a thumbs up:

"Sharp, Anzai!"

Master Huang's aura is so intimidating that people don't dare to raise their voices in his presence. And you actually dared to approach him to talk about boxing? I truly admire you, you martial arts fanatic!

"As long as you are willing to ask questions, Master Huang is actually quite easy to talk to."

Chen Yuanlong shook his head and sighed.

"That's because Master Wong approves of you, Anzai. I've met many accomplished martial arts masters. As long as you can gain their appreciation, they will treat you like an older brother."

But if you don't have the talent, no matter how many red envelopes you secretly give, the senior actors on set won't even give you a second glance!

Seemingly recalling past lows where asking for help was futile, Chen Yuanlong's voice sounded somewhat forlorn and powerless.

Li Chang'an patted Chen Yuanlong's strong shoulder:

"Brother Chen, I believe Director Yuan's film will be a huge hit, and as the lead actor, you will become a household name in Hong Kong!"

Chen Yuanlong was silent for a moment, then slapped his hand away, feigning anger, and said, "Honestly, I'm always being comforted by a junior like you. Where do I put my face as a senior!"

He wrapped his arms around Li Chang'an's neck, and that sunny, energetic spirit returned:

"Come on, Anzai, keep teaching me kung fu!"

"Also, you missed something... I don't just want to be Jackie Chan of Hong Kong—I want the whole world to remember my name!"

I want to be the first Jackie Chan in the world!

……

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Young man, you have diligently practiced the Snake Form Fist for a day. Your Snake Form Fist experience has increased by 5 (Beginner 25/100).

At five o'clock in the afternoon, as the sun slowly began to set in the west, Li Chang'an could finally finish his work.

Director Yuen told him that the martial arts instructors and choreographers of the Yuen Clan, especially Ah Long, the lead actor, had made rapid progress under his tutelage.

I estimate that after another three or four days of training, the movie can officially start filming. At that time, Li Chang'an won't have to stay by everyone's side teaching boxing like he does now, and his work will be much easier.

Li Chang'an nodded his thanks to Director Yuan and was packing his things to leave when Chen Yuanlong came up to him again with a grin, hooking his arm around his shoulder:

"Anzai, the crew's having dinner tonight. After we've had our drinks, I'll take you to a big nightclub in Tsim Sha Tsui to have some fun! I guarantee you'll be introduced to some gorgeous girls!"

Li Chang'an shook his head; he still had to go back to cook for Aunt Shen and Xiao Tang.

"No thanks, Brother Chen..."

He had just opened his mouth to refuse when a black Mercedes-Benz 220D slowly pulled up in front of him.

(In 1972, Mercedes-Benz was named Pingzhi by its Hong Kong dealer, Zung Fu Holdings, meaning "to govern the country and bring peace to the world.")

The car window slowly rolled down, revealing Huang Zhengli's cold and distinct face, and Wen Zhilan in the back seat also leaned out.

The squad leader waved to Li Chang'an.

"Get in the car, Li Chang'an."

Upon seeing this formation, Chen Yuanlong instantly understood.

No wonder Andy didn't go to the dance hall in Tsim Sha Tsui with me.

After all, in front of Miss Wen, even the most charming woman is just an ordinary girl.

Chen Yuanlong said meaningfully, "Anzai, you should seize the opportunity," and then waved and ran away.

Li Chang'an knew that Brother Chen was playing matchmaker again, but he didn't have time to explain. So he simply got into Master Huang's car and sat in the back seat with Squad Leader Wen.

"Anzai, where are you going?"

"West Ring Road".

"Okay, I'll give you a ride since it's on my way."

Huang Zhengli stepped on the gas, and the black Mercedes-Benz accelerated, driving up the mountain road.

A cool mountain breeze blew in through the car window, gently ruffling the stray hairs on Wen Zhilan's forehead.

It already takes at least half an hour to travel from Castle Peak Road in Kowloon to Sai Wan on Hong Kong Island, and with the evening rush hour and traffic congestion, the journey will only take longer.

With nothing else to do, Wen Zhilan blinked and asked curiously:

"Li Chang'an, you've taught everyone Snake Form Fist all day. In your opinion, how does our traditional kung fu compare to Western boxing, Japanese karate, and Southeast Asian Muay Thai in actual combat?"

Li Chang'an tilted his head, looking at the shadows of trees flashing past the window, and said:

"All martial arts are inherently complementary and mutually restraining, and they also learn from and integrate with each other. There is no absolute distinction between strong and weak; it all depends on whether the method is appropriate for the occasion."

Just like the snake-style boxing I'm practicing now, its essence lies in coiling, circling, twirling, and drilling, making it most suitable for dealing with Brother Chen's style of fighting, which is characterized by its wide-ranging, heavy-force, and light-change movements.

Western boxers are like that; although they have fast footwork, quick reactions, and great strength.

However, Western boxers only train their hands and not their legs, throws, or grappling. They are not good at grappling, their fighting style is simple, and they lack the skills to deal with close-range grappling or ground techniques. They also have weaknesses such as a large lower body opening.

When the magnitudes are similar or the difference in magnitude is not significant.

Once a boxer is entangled in the joints, pulse points, and forearms by a snake-like fist, he can no longer unleash his powerful punches and can only be led around.

"However, when Snake Fist encounters a fast-legged style of Karate, or an opponent with extremely agile movements and a knack for dodging, its coiling force is difficult to exert, and it is easy for the opponent to seize the opportunity to counterattack."

What it fears even more is the skill of combining strength and flexibility, and specializing in locking and controlling.

Just like the Eagle Claw Kung Fu that Master Huang is practicing now, it is specifically designed to break through the entanglement force. Once the wrist is locked and the joints are seized, the snake-like agility is completely restricted, and the user is at a disadvantage from the start.

Furthermore, open spaces are not conducive to the serpentine movement; it is more suitable for narrow streets and alleys, where it can meander and lurk like a venomous snake, striking suddenly.

Hearing this, Hwang Jang-li, who had been quietly driving in the front seat, also became interested and couldn't help but burst into laughter:

"What a wonderful analogy! All martial arts under heaven are mutually reinforcing and mutually restraining; even a snake-like form fears an eagle's claw!"

Anzai, your understanding of Snake Style Kung Fu is more thorough than that of the old master of Snake Style Kung Fu whom Director Yuan and I met before!

Since you've made yourself so clear, why don't we use words to strategize and counter each other? You can use a snake-like approach, and I'll use an eagle's claw. Let's see if you can find a way to break the deadlock from a disadvantageous position.

"Please give me your guidance, Master Huang."

Li Chang'an readily agreed to the verbal discussion on martial arts.

"I'll let you, the junior, make the first move."

"Master Huang, I'm going to unleash a snake-like attack, aimed straight at your face and throat."

Huang Zhengli responded, "I sidestepped the punch, locked your wrist with my eagle claw, and twisted it outwards."

Li Chang'an continued: "I lowered my wrist to dodge your claws, then my hands coiled like snakes around branches, my legs coiled like snakes around my waist, and I attacked you at close range, aiming for your center."

"Then I'll lower my shoulders and elbows, unleash a hawk pounce, and crush your close-range attack, while simultaneously stabbing your shoulder with my claws!"

"Then I'll shrink back like a snake, then coil around you in a snake-like manner, and strike your elbow joint with a backhand."

"Haha, then I'll spread my wings like an eagle, sweeping across the battlefield, breaking through your entanglement, and seize your vital point with one claw. Wouldn't you be dead then?"

"Master Huang, I will naturally follow the trend and sink down, like a snake lying on the ground, avoiding the claw wind, and sweeping your knees with my legs to turn the tables."

"Then I..."

The two used words to strategize and mentally counter each other's moves, their pace quickening as they chatted more and more congenially.

Wen Zhilan, who was standing to the side, did not expect that she would be left out by these two martial arts fanatics even though she had started the topic.

But the neglected girl wasn't angry. She simply rested her cheek on her hand and leaned against the car window, listening quietly to the two discussing martial arts.

Huang Zhengli already possessed a fierce aura, and now, when it came to martial arts, his sharpness was even more overwhelming.

However, Li Chang'an remained calm and composed throughout the encounter with this stern senior, handling each of Huang Zhengli's attacks with remarkable clarity and composure.

This stirred a sense of novelty in Wen Zhilan's heart, as if she hadn't expected Li Chang'an to have such an interesting side.

Although she and Li Chang'an were classmates, they hadn't had much contact over the years. She only felt that he was somewhat taciturn, which was probably why Xing Ning called him a blockhead.

Now it seems that Xing Ning simply didn't see what was interesting about Li Chang'an.