Gou Zai Xianwu Wenjing Search for Opportunities

Chapter 85 Brother Liu, I've had another epiphany.

No wonder he suddenly moved here yesterday; he must have heard that he was practicing martial arts with Young Master Liang, Li Qilang.

Clearly, he did this intentionally. No wonder he wanted to practice martial arts, eat, and spar with them. He wanted to integrate into Lin Yuan and his companion's small group.

When Young Master Liang and Li Qilang summon him again, he will have a chance to get to know him.

The opportunity to meet two promising young immortals at the same time is rare. Once the promising young immortals become immortal masters, that may be the next opportunity.

Lin Yuan didn't pay any attention to the other party's ulterior motives. Everyone looks out for themselves.

But this favor can't be done for nothing; I have to give something in return.

Liu Jingtian was unaware of his inner thoughts and continued to flatter him: "Brother Lin has such martial arts talent. He was able to defeat Xu Zhan at Guanchao Teahouse with just a Long Fist, making him famous in Linyuan City. If he were to learn a more advanced martial art, he would surely become famous throughout Lizhou."

"I've wanted to learn it, but unfortunately I have no way of finding a way. I wonder if Brother Liu would be willing to teach me Snake Fist?" Lin Yuan made no attempt to hide his true feelings.

Liu Jingtian was stunned. These words were too direct, showing no regard for him as an outsider.

This person's shamelessness is no less than mine!

He hesitated. He felt a pang of regret at passing on his unique skills to someone else, but he was also worried about offending people if he refused outright.

Knowing that Lin Yuan had always wanted to learn advanced martial arts but had no way to do so, Wu Yong flattered him, saying, "Brother Liu, my junior brother Lin is not a stingy person; he is extremely grateful. If you, Brother Liu, can pass on your martial arts, he will certainly not disappoint you. I will vouch for junior brother Lin."

The two had known each other for a year. He had helped Lin Yuan, and Lin Yuan had helped him. They supported each other and became increasingly close, so he was willing to vouch for him.

Upon hearing this, Liu Jingtian's expression softened slightly: "That's not what I meant."

"Brother Liu, once I learn Snake Fist, Young Master Liang will definitely be interested, and Seventh Brother will also be there. I'm willing to introduce you to them then, but the outcome will depend on Young Master Liang and Seventh Brother's attitudes." He didn't mince words in front of Master Lin Yuan. If you want to curry favor, show sincerity, don't resort to empty flattery.

Wu Yong finally understood Liu Jingtian's convoluted scheme and suddenly realized that Liu Jingtian was not self-reliant, but simply wanted to curry favor with others.

Upon discovering that he was a vulgar person, Wu Yong immediately lost interest and couldn't be bothered with him.

Liu Jingtian was slightly embarrassed when his thoughts were exposed, but since he could get what he wanted, he nodded and agreed: "My Northern Snake Fist comes from the Gao family of the Central Plains. I am not a member of the Gao family, and I have only learned the basics. I hope Brother Lin will not mind."

He made up his mind to teach slowly, but he kept delaying, leaving half of it untaught, saying that he was not proficient enough.

Lin Yuan immediately bowed deeply: "Master Liu, please allow me to pay my respects!"

Liu Jingtian dared not let him bow, and quickly stepped forward to help him up: "Let's still call each other brothers."

Even if it's just a nominal master's title, it still has binding force, because everyone in this world cares about their reputation, and breaking your word will make you a laughingstock.

Lin Yuan didn't insist and nodded in agreement. It didn't matter if he couldn't learn the essence; with Coach Hong's help to fill in the gaps, he could learn about 70-80%.

More importantly, he can now openly use the Snake Intent Fist, though he wonders how similar the two are: "May I ask, Brother Liu, is the Snake Intent Fist of the Snake Intent School considered a Southern or Northern style?"

"But the Cangwu Snake Intent Sect? That's the Southern School. I heard the Black Snake Gang's leader comes from the Cangwu Snake Intent Sect." Liu Jingtian continued, "Snake Fist originated from one school, but later its disciples went around establishing their own sects, gradually splitting into the Northern and Southern schools of Snake Fist. The two schools have similar moves, with minor differences. The Southern school emphasizes technique, like a venomous snake, cunning and difficult to defend against, using skill to overcome all clumsiness—the Northern school emphasizes power, like a python, fierce and strong, using brute force to subdue all techniques—"

Lin Yuan loved listening to these martial arts theories and was overjoyed. He quickly asked questions that puzzled him.

As Liu Jingtian continued answering, he ran out of answers because he had already said everything he knew. He couldn't help but feel annoyed; this person had so many questions!

But he couldn't say it outright, so he simply demonstrated the serpentine footwork: "Since you already know some serpentine footwork, it'll be easier for you to learn. I'll now teach you the corresponding breathing technique—"

Liu Jingtian did not drive Wu Yong away, but Wu Yong looked down on this kind of person and was unwilling to learn from him. He turned around and walked to the end of the courtyard until he could no longer hear the two of them talking, and then he practiced his own exercises alone.

Lin Yuan didn't care. He didn't have the luxury of being picky. He carefully observed Liu Jingtian's martial arts demonstration and found that Gao's Snake Fist also involved thirty-six steps, but it was only one-third different from Snake Intent Fist. The rest of the steps were the same.

Even if the footwork is the same, the style of execution is different; one relies on gravity, the other on dexterity.

There are so many intricacies in Snake Fist alone. Martial arts are indeed vast and profound. As you slowly delve into them, you will reap endless rewards.

No wonder Liang Yingxiao is so obsessed with martial arts.

Liu Jingtian quickly performed the Thirty-Six Steps of the Snake, finishing in less than ten breaths. Realizing Lin Yuan wouldn't be able to learn it in such a short time, he slowed down and performed the Six Steps of the Snake: "Thirty-Six Steps of the Snake is a bit much. I'll teach you the Six Steps first, and you can practice them slowly later—"

He had just finished his attack and hadn't even finished practicing when Lin Yuan suddenly clasped his hands in a salute: "Brother Liu, I've got it. This is similar to the Seven Steps of a Snake."

Lin Yuan immediately followed suit and used the Snake Steps. Although the style was a bit off, the footwork was correct.

Liu Jingtian nodded, acknowledging that Lin Yuan had indeed learned it, and then demonstrated six more steps: "I'll teach you six more steps. Practice slowly, don't rush—"

"Brother Liu, I've got it again!" Lin Yuan immediately demonstrated the twelve steps of the snake's movement in a very professional manner.

Liu Jingtian's thick eyebrows furrowed together, forming a deep "川" shape, and he smiled awkwardly yet politely: "Brother Lin's martial arts comprehension far surpasses that of ordinary people, no wonder he caught the eye of Young Master Liang and Seventh Brother. Then I'll teach you twelve more steps—"

Seeing that he had just finished demonstrating, Lin Yuan immediately began practicing: "Brother Liu, I've grasped it again!"

Liu Jingtian was suspicious. After carefully observing Lin Yuan's footwork, he noticed that although it had some flaws, it was still complete. He immediately broke out in a sweat and came up with a plan: "Don't bite off more than you can chew when it comes to footwork. I'll teach you six more fighting techniques."

He selected six moves from the seventy-two moves of Snake Fist, and although he slowed down his movements, he deliberately concealed several points of force application.

"Brother Liu, I've grasped it again!" Lin Yuan immediately began demonstrating his martial arts.

Upon hearing the word "enlightenment," Liu Jingtian felt a chill run down his spine. For the first time in his life, he felt aversion towards this "enlightenment" that he had once longed for but could not attain.

Lin Yuan had learned the thirteen forms of Snake Intent Fist, and his understanding of Snake Intent Fist far surpassed that of ordinary people, so he quickly performed the complete form. However, the moves were somewhat stiff and lacked a bit of fierceness.

With a steely resolve, Liu Jingtian selected the six most complex moves: "Brother Lin, watch closely!"

He had just finished his demonstration when he secretly glanced at Lin Yuan, who was about to practice: "Brother Liu, I'll do it again—"

Liu Jingtian was extremely anxious. If he continued teaching, he would run out of resources. He could only advise, "Brother Lin, the way of both literature and martial arts requires a balance of tension and relaxation. You can't get fat in one bite. Once you've mastered it, I'll teach you other things."

"Then I'll listen to Brother Liu." Lin Yuan smiled slightly, not insisting, and nodded in agreement. "Let's have a spar!"

"Excellent!" Liu Jingtian wiped the sweat from his forehead, and a smile finally appeared on his face.

Lin Yuan immediately closed his eyes and recalled, the whip's image flashing in his mind, instantly merging into a state of selflessness and snake form: "Brother Liu, please!"

Liu Jingtian had practiced Snake Fist for many years, and as an expert, he could easily see the snake-like movements in the form. Even after practicing Snake Fist for so long, he could only occasionally unleash such power. He was immediately astonished: "Brother Lin, when did you master the snake form?"

Lin Yuan steadily raised his slightly trembling right arm, not telling the truth, but deliberately pretending, "Well? Isn't this very simple? You can learn it in no time."

"I admire you. You are truly a genius!" Liu Jingtian was now completely convinced. No wonder the young master of the Liang family liked to spar with him; it turned out that the man really had extraordinary abilities.

When the two exchanged blows, Liu Jingtian held back a bit of his strength.

Now Lin Yuan could finally openly use the Twenty-Four Steps of the Snake and the Twelve Forms of the Snake Fist. He not only fought back and forth with Liu Jingtian, but also got more and more excited as the fight went on.

They exchanged over a hundred blows, drawing Wu Yong's attentive attention.

At the end, Liu Jingtian clasped his hands in a gesture of respect and exclaimed, "Brother Lin, to be so proficient even as a beginner, your martial arts talent is truly remarkable!"

He suddenly felt a little ashamed of himself, and the slight jealousy he had felt for Lin Yuan being chosen by Qi Lang gradually faded away.

They were all martial arts practitioners who rose to their positions through genuine skill. Even if he resented them, he would still outwardly acknowledge their superiority.

"Brother Liu's skill far surpasses mine; even if I practice for a few more years, I still won't be able to catch up." Lin Yuan and Liu Yuan flattered each other.

"Haha, you'll get there eventually with practice!"

The two immediately hit it off and chatted happily. Although Wu Yong disliked him, he didn't say anything on the surface.

Liu Jingtian integrated into Lin Yuan's small team, and the three of them appeared to get along fairly well.

The next day.

In the morning, Liu Jingtian resolutely refused to go to Coach Hong's courtyard and practiced alone.

Lin Yuan and Wu Yong arrived at the Red Instructor's courtyard and, as usual, used the Bone Forging Pill to strengthen their muscles and bones.

After tempering his muscles and bones, Lin Yuan began practicing the Gao-style Snake Fist.

Coach Hong did not strike him first. Instead, he struck Wu Yong while observing him, studying his moves and style, watching the rise and fall of his chest and abdomen, and the points of force exerted by his shoulders, elbows, knees, and feet.

After Lin Yuan played it several times.

She then pulled out a whip to help him adjust the point of force in his movements. After adjusting, she observed him and continued to whip him. After an hour or so, she adjusted his movements and then his breathing.

Gradually, Lin Yuan's understanding of Gao's Snake Fist deepened, and he gained his own insights.

I finished practicing this morning.

In the afternoon, the three of them practiced their skills together.

Liu Jingtian could clearly sense that Lin Yuan was becoming more and more proficient in the Gao family snake fist, which made him admire him even more. He gradually put away his little schemes and began to seriously spar with the two of them.

Seeing that he was serious about sparring with Liu Jingtian, and after getting to know him better, Wu Yong also started sparring with Liu Jingtian.

The atmosphere immediately improved.

Over the next few days, as Lin Yuan became more and more proficient in Gao's Snake Fist, Liu Jingtian had no choice but to teach him another twenty-four moves.

Lin Yuan has now mastered half of the Gao family snake fist techniques and most of the Gao family snake walking footwork.

Lin Yuan didn't push the rest too hard; these were their livelihood skills, and he couldn't possibly teach them everything.

this day.

Liang Yingxiao came to visit, and Li Qilang summoned Lin Yuan and Wu Yong to accompany him for the second time.

When Liang Yingxiao sparred with Lin Yuan, he noticed that Lin Yuan's fighting style had suddenly changed and become extremely fierce. He immediately became interested and exchanged ideas with him.

Lin Yuan, remembering the source of his blessings, introduced Liu Jingtian to him. Liang Yingxiao became interested, and Li Qilang immediately invited Liu Jingtian over.

Liu Jingtian got his wish and met Li Qilang and Liang Yingxiao.

Unfortunately, Li Qilang ignored him from beginning to end, no matter how much he flattered him. Qilang just wouldn't pay attention to him and only chatted with Liang Yingxiao, making the scene awkward.

Liang Yingxiao did spar with Liu Jingtian twice, but when Liang Yingxiao discussed his understanding of martial arts with him, he only knew three basic moves and ran out of ideas after explaining his understanding.

In the end, Liang Yingxiao could only continue to discuss his understanding of martial arts with Lin Yuan.

Liu Jingtian immediately lost his temper. He had gained the opportunity, but it seemed he hadn't seized it.