Text-based martial arts: A nighttime rendezvous with the gang leader's wife in a dilapidated te

"Young man, would you like to become my disciple?"

You blinked, seemingly still not fully awake.

However, looking at Cao Qing's serious face, which didn't seem to be faking it at all, you suddenly realized what was going on and decided:

[1. A firm refusal: "Chen's ambition lies in the martial world; how can he live a life of mediocrity in a small, cramped town?"]

[2. He readily agreed: "I am deeply honored by Cao Xueqin's high regard. Master, please accept my bow!"]

3. "Let me think about it": "This is a matter of great importance, please allow me to consider it..."

Faced with three options, Chen Xuan didn't think much before choosing the second one.

Wasn't all that hard work for this?

In this martial arts world, the threshold for mastering martial arts is not low.

Even in the martial arts schools of this city, you might be able to find one or two beginners in basic stance training.

However, at this level, each of the six levels of Body Refinement is a major hurdle, let alone breaking through Body Refinement and entering the advanced realm of Acquired Inner Strength.

Similarly, even powerful families like the Shen family who dominate Jinling only inherit the highest level of martial arts, the Xuan level. If they want to go further on the path of martial arts, they still need to find ways to join those major martial arts sects.

Such as the Golden Dragon Society.

In martial arts, each level of skill represents a leap in social class!

For an ordinary martial artist, achieving such a leap is extremely difficult, unless they make a name for themselves at a grand event like the "Hundred Boats Race" and are recruited by a powerful guild like the Canal Gang.

Although Cao Qing was no longer a true member of Medicine King Valley, as a former core disciple of a renowned sect, he naturally had no shortage of good things.

The previous "gentle spring breeze and nourishing rain" treatment is a prime example.

[You already had a decision in your mind, and upon hearing this, you immediately stopped hesitating, struggled to your feet, and knelt down to kowtow:]

"Master, please accept my bow!"

Cao Qing's previously tense expression immediately relaxed, revealing an undisguised smile and joy.

"Excellent, excellent! I never imagined that at my age, after more than twenty years of hiding and running away, I would actually have this day to accept a disciple."

Cao Qing stroked his beard, his face filled with emotion that dispelled the previous gloomy look, before his expression turned serious again.

"Young man, I'm not afraid to tell you, I have a very powerful enemy. If you join me and become my disciple, you might suffer greatly in the future. Even so, are you still willing to become my disciple?"

"This disciple is willing!" You agreed without hesitation. Although Medicine King Valley has a great reputation, it is still quite far from Jiangnan!

Hearing your answer, Cao Qing finally nodded in satisfaction.

"Alright, I'm not one for formalities. In this place, there's no need for any formal apprenticeship ceremony. A cup of tea will suffice."

You respectfully poured Cao Qing a cup of tea. Cao Qing drank it all in one gulp, completely satisfied.

"Alright, stop standing. Your injury hasn't fully healed yet. Sit down!"

Cao Qing waved his hand, and you sat down again. Cao Qing's voice then continued:

"Over the past ten days, I've witnessed your talent, which is why I'm willing to teach you some traditional Chinese medicine skills to make a living. Now that I'm formally accepting you as my disciple, I truly need to let you know the hardships of this world."

"Martial arts practitioners, those who use their skills to break the law, are a group of people who possess extremely powerful abilities, and are also the true rulers of this world!"

"Ordinary low-level martial artists possess the strength to lift a cauldron, the power to withstand ten thousand pounds, skin that can block swords and weapons, and the agility to dodge powerful crossbow bolts. This is the Body Refinement Realm!"

Afterwards, through flawless body refinement, the essence within the body is transformed into vital energy. Driven by internal force and energy, taking a life within a hundred paces is as easy as taking something out of a bag. This is the acquired state.

If the Qi flows through the meridians, opening up the acupoints and meridians within the body, reaching the stage of "opening the acupoints," the internal Qi can circulate freely and inexhaustibly. If one progresses further, the inner acupoints form a "grotto-heaven," allowing one to enter the inner realm, becoming different from ordinary people and able to extend their lifespan to one hundred and fifty years.

"After the inner realm, one enters the realm of the innate grandmaster. The inner energy permeates the body and condenses into a protective aura. At this point, the number of people becomes meaningless."

Furthermore, there is a realm of terrestrial immortals that exists only in legends, capable of extending lifespan by three hundred years, an absolute legend among mortals. There are even legends of celestial beings who can traverse the void and transcend mortality, or even those who can shatter the void itself…”

Cao Qing spoke eloquently, explaining the martial arts framework of this world! At the same time, he showed you what it means to have a world beyond your reach.

"However, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. The path of martial arts, no matter what, must begin with the first solid foundation. Body tempering may seem like just the first preliminary step, but it is the beginning of laying the most important foundation!"

"A strong body is the beginning of martial arts. That's why I've been urging you to practice the Five Animal Frolics. Your body is too weak to strengthen it!"

"Now, with the help of your practice and the Qi and blood of the precious fish, your body has made some progress. You can try to start body training and practicing stance exercises!"

Upon hearing this, you finally breathed a sigh of relief, then perked up, eagerly awaiting Cao Qing's next words.

In reality, Chen Xuan was so excited looking at the text on the screen that he almost jumped up.

Damn it, what game can take more than ten days to finally get the hang of?

More than ten days!

In the game, I am like a cripple. After so many days, yesterday I almost capsized in the ditch when I took down three ordinary men who didn't know anything and only had a little strength!

What kind of extraordinary game is this?!

Thankfully! I'm finally about to make it through!

"Back in the day, I also joined a so-called prestigious sect! The stance training I practiced was the sect's top-level stance training! However, the stance training for body refinement is different from ordinary martial arts!"

Most stance training methods have clear lineages, allowing for the smooth cultivation of the internal energy within that stance! And this particular stance training method's internal energy, I can guarantee you'll cultivate to the Opening Qi Realm...

However, it is quite difficult to switch to another internal skill later, and because of me, it is almost impossible for you to join that sect!

Besides these, I have also acquired several other stance training and internal energy cultivation techniques. I won't interfere with your choice in this regard; you can read them and make your own decision!

As soon as he finished speaking, Cao Qing, who had clearly been prepared, took out several books that he had prepared beforehand...

[Looking up, you see four sets of stance training exercises:]

【1. Shennong's Dead Tree Stump (Ground)】

【2. "Iron Ox Stakes Shaking Mountains" (Yellow)】

【3. The Crane Riding the Wind Stance (Mysterious)】

4. "Canglan Dinghai Zhuang" (Common)

Before the gates of martial arts, you are about to make one of the most important choices!