Chapter 116
Chapter 116
Zhang Xiaohua put down the book and roughly explained the situation to his second brother. Naturally, Zhang Xiaohu was still concerned about his right hand. Helpless, Zhang Xiaohua could only raise his right hand in front of his second brother and bend his five fingers a few times. Looking at his brother's somewhat thin right hand and his somewhat nimble fingers, Zhang Xiaohu felt somewhat gratified. He was also filled with hope that Zhang Xiaohua's right hand would recover to its original state.
After chatting for a while, Zhang Xiaohua finally asked the main question: "Second Brother, how's your internal energy practice going?"
Hearing Zhang Xiaohua's question, Zhang Xiaohu's eyes couldn't hide the excitement in them as he said: "Why don't you guess?"
Seeing his second brother's expression, Zhang Xiaohua naturally knew. Pleasantly surprised, he said: "Second Brother, did you succeed?"
Zhang Xiaohu said: "Yes, a few days after coming back from your place, I successfully found a sense of Qi."
Zhang Xiaohua asked: "Then, Second Brother, does finding a sense of Qi mean that you've successfully practiced the internal energy practice method?"
Zhang Xiaohu shook his head and said: "It's still early. Finding a sense of Qi is only the beginning. The road ahead is still very long. Being able to find a sense of Qi means that I can practice internal energy. With a direction, I can gather Qi in my dantian and lay the foundation for circulating Qi in my body's meridians in the future. If I can't even find a sense of Qi, then there's no way for me to practice the internal energy practice method."
These words made Zhang Xiaohua's head full of fog. Although he had read a lot of books during this period of time, and even read books about Wuxia, he had never come into contact with anything related to internal energy practice methods. Zhang Xiaohu's professional names made him scratch his head.
He could only ask: "Second Brother, can you tell me what is a sense of Qi, dantian, and Qi gathering and circulating Qi?"
Seeing Zhang Xiaohua's expression, Zhang Xiaohu thought for a moment before getting up to take a look outside the door. Only after closing the door did he say to Zhang Xiaohua: "Actually, these names are very common things that anyone who wants to practice internal energy practice methods must know. It can't be considered confidential. Although the Third Master Qu said that the contents of the internal energy practice method cannot be revealed, I don't think these common sense things should be covered in this scope."
When Zhang Xiaohua heard this, he said: "Second Brother, if you really can't tell me, then forget it. I'll go back and ask Captain."
Zhang said: "If I can't tell you, then I won't tell you. Since I can tell you these things, why should I ask someone else?"
Zhang Xiaohua happily jumped up and said: "I know that Second Brother is good to me. Then hurry up and tell me."
Zhang Xiaohu organized his thoughts and tirelessly said: "When it comes to internal energy, first we have to talk about the meridians. The meridians are the channels in our body that can circulate Qi. Through these channels, Qi can be sent to all parts of the body. When you use Qi to make moves, there is also internal energy.
Do you understand?
Xiaohua. "
Zhang Xiaohua nodded and said: "I understand. When a normal person makes a punch, they only have their own strength. If there is Qi in the meridians of the fist, then there is also internal energy. Is it like this?"
Zhang Xiaohu nodded and said: "That's right. Therefore, cultivating internal energy is a process of accumulating Qi.
The accumulation of Qi is a process from nothing. This process is called Qi Sensing. When there is Qi Sensing, then there is the first thread of Qi.
Usually, True Qi was stored in a place called the Dantian. It was right here, below the navel. When cultivating or exercising, True Qi would come out of the Dantian and flow along the meridians of the whole body or wherever you wanted it to go.
Generally speaking, the process of circulating energy is the process of gathering Qi. The more Qi you use, the more Qi you use, the more internal energy you will have. "
Zhang Xiaohua seemed to be deep in thought as he said, "Last time, when Yu Deyi used that Purple Sand Palm, he used his inner strength. Could it be that he transferred his true qi from his dantian to his palm to produce such a large amount of power?"
Zhang Xiaohu nodded and said: "Yes, the transfer of Qi is a strict process. It has to follow a fixed route and cannot be disturbed. If there is a slight disturbance, then it will deviate from the original route and run into a fork in the road. If it is light, then it will lose control of the body. If it is heavy, then it will lose its life. This is what is often called Qi Deviation. Actually, when we practiced before, we didn't use Qi, so we wouldn't have Qi Deviation, hehe."
Only then did Zhang Xiaohua realize that this was what Qi Deviation looked like.
Then, Zhang Xiaohua continued to ask: "Then how is Qi produced?
Is it from the soles of the feet?
Or is it produced from the fingers? "
Connecting it to the sudden hot and cold feeling and the way it moved in his body, Zhang Xiaohua faintly felt that it wasn't the Qi that Second Brother was talking about. Instead, it was the warm current produced when he used the sword that was similar to Qi. However, it did come from his shoulder and not from his Dantian.
Zhang Xiaohu thought for a bit and said: "This question, I don't know if every Qi Cultivation Method is the same. When I practice, I sit there with my five hearts facing the sky. My nose looks at my mouth and my mouth looks at my heart. Then I place my tongue on the top of my mouth and imagine the Qi flowing from my forehead. Then I swallow it with the saliva in my mouth and guide the Qi to my Dantian.
This process is very important. I have been doing this for a while and only recently have I truly gathered Qi in my Dantian. "
Zhang Xiaohua was stunned. This process was very different from his own. However, he still didn't give up and asked: "Second Brother, does Qi have to be stored in the Dantian? Does it go in from one part of the body and out from another part of the body?"
Zhang Xiaohu was stunned and frowned: "This, I can't say. However, I heard from the Third Master Qu that the Dantian is the center of Qi. Without the Dantian, you can't practice Qi Cultivation. Moreover, the martial arts of the Jianghu crippled people are aimed at breaking that person's Dantian. I think that without the Dantian, it might not be possible.
Also, Qi is transported out from the Dantian when you want to use it. If it goes in from one part of the body and out from another, then how do you use it?
Can it be called Qi? "
Then, he asked: "Xiaohua, why do you ask so many unimaginable things?"
Zhang Xiaohua opened his mouth and wanted to tell the truth. However, when he thought of what Second Brother said about the consequences of Qi Deviation, he was afraid that it would affect Second Brother's cultivation. Moreover, he didn't know what it was and if he told him, Second Brother would be worried. He might as well hide it from him. It wouldn't be too late to tell him after he figured it out.
After making up his mind, Zhang Xiaohua smiled and said: "Aren't I just curious about Qi Cultivation? It's not easy to find someone who knows about it, so why don't I ask a bit more?"
Zhang Xiaohu patted his chest and said with a worried expression: "The Third Master Qu also said that Qi Cultivation is very dangerous. Usually, it has to be done under the guidance of an experienced Master. Otherwise, it's very easy to go into Qi Deviation. You can't blindly cultivate it."
Zhang Xiaohua smiled and said: "I know, Second Brother. I do want to cultivate it, but where would I get the Qi Cultivation Method?"
Zhang Xiaohu also smiled and said: "That's true."
Then, Zhang Xiaohu asked about Zhang Xiaohua's Liuhe Fist. When he heard that Zhang Xiaohua only remembered seven moves, he was flabbergasted and didn't know how to comfort Zhang Xiaohua.
However, when he saw that Zhang Xiaohua himself didn't think much of it, he didn't say anything. In fact, he still wanted to ask him how he was doing with the Fist Technique. However, he thought that it wouldn't be good news. He was afraid that he would reopen the scar in his brother's heart and make him sad, so he didn't mention it again.
The two brothers met and chatted casually. Time flew by and in the blink of an eye, half a day had passed. When the sky was almost dark, Zhang Xiaohua said goodbye to her Second Brother and returned to Huan Xi Manor.
When she returned to Huan Xi Manor, the sky was already dark. Walking on the small path of Huan Xi Manor with a few books on medicinal herbs in her hands, Zhang Xiaohua couldn't help but feel amused. She remembered that she had made a joke to Li Jinfeng last time and he actually took it seriously. He was really … No, when she thought of the last time Li Jinfeng came to Huan Xi Manor, Zhang Xiaohua immediately understood that this Young Master Li was really considerate. However, when she thought of Elder Sister Qiutong's kindness to her and Li Jinfeng's honesty and simplicity, Zhang Xiaohua was still willing to do something for them. However, she still didn't know how Elder Sister Qiutong felt about Young Master Li. She would talk about it when she had the chance in the future.
Entering the small courtyard and passing by He Tianshu's house, Zhang Xiaohua knew that He Tianshu should be inside when she saw that the lights were on. She looked at the books in her hands and came to the door. Before she could knock, He Tianshu's slightly hoarse voice came from inside, "Who is it? Come in."
Zhang Xiaohua was stunned. She pushed the door open and entered the house. She asked curiously, "Captain He, I haven't knocked yet. How did you know that someone was here?"
Seeing that it was Zhang Xiaohua, He Tianshu smiled and said, "Well, you'll know when you practice inner strength. When you channel your inner strength to your ears, you'll be able to hear movements within a few feet."
Zhang Xiaohua said in surprise, "Ah!
It's that magical. "
He Tianshu said, "It depends on the depth of your inner strength. Some people can even hear over a hundred feet."
Zhang Xiaohua's eyes sparkled as she looked up at him.
However, she immediately remembered that she seemed to be able to feel the movements of people outside sometimes. However, it seemed that it was just a feeling.
Then, He Tianshu asked, "You took leave to go to the Lotus Escort Agency today, right? How is your brother?"
Zhang Xiaohua happily said, "Yes, Captain He. I haven't seen my second brother in a while. Let's go see him. He's pretty good. He's practicing inner strength."
"Eh ~" He Tianshu was a bit surprised and said, "You're able to sense Qi so quickly?"
Zhang Xiaohua proudly said, "Yes, didn't I say that my second brother is a genius?"
He Tianshu knocked her on the head and said, "I just didn't think that your second brother would be able to sense Qi so quickly. I didn't say that he was a genius. Sensing Qi is something that is difficult for people with distracting thoughts. However, people like your second brother can't be considered a genius. Most of the Misty School's disciples will be able to sense Qi in two or three days."
"Oh, so it's like that."
Zhang Xiaohua's mouth was wide open. She thought that her second brother was already her idol. If that was the case, then wouldn't all the Misty School's disciples be her idols?
Idols were too cheap.
Zhang Xiaohua looked at He Tianshu and asked, "Captain He, how long did it take you to sense Qi?"
He Tianshu scratched his head and pretended to be deep in thought and said, "I think it was four days ago. I wasn't very talented, so I was assigned to the Pharmacy Hall."
"Sigh," Zhang Xiaohua sighed and lowered her head and said, "I think I'll have to go to the cafeteria."
"That's enough. It's not that easy to get into the Misty School's cafeteria." He Tianshu didn't hold back and said honestly.
It hurt her pride. Zhang Xiaohua's expression didn't look too good.
Unexpectedly, He Tianshu said, "If you were admitted to the Misty School when you were young, you might have been assigned to the Divine Engineering Hall."
Zhang Xiaohua's face lit up and said, "Divine Engineering Hall?
That sounds very impressive. What's it for? "
He Tianshu said, "The Misty Sect has long had weapons. The strength of your hands is something they envy."
"Ah, I see."
Zhang Xiaohua completely understood that He Tianshu wasn't interested in her talent. However, it was strange. She didn't have such great strength in the past. How did she become so powerful now?
Could it be because of the spring water?
Just as she was thinking, He Tianshu asked, "By the way, why are you here?"
Zhang Xiaohua then remembered why she came into the room and asked, "Captain He, I've noticed that you've been frowning recently. I heard from Nie Er that it's because of those medicinal herbs that won't germinate."
"Yes, it's been almost a year. I'm a little worried."
He Tianshu sighed and couldn't help but tell Zhang Xiaohua, "These medicinal herbs were planted at the beginning of this year. I don't know why, but they won't germinate. Actually, it's fine for me to stay here, but if I go on like this, I'll ruin the sect's important matters. Many medicines rely on these medicinal herbs, so …"
As he spoke, he suddenly stopped and seemed to realize that he had lost his composure. He said embarrassedly, "Anyway, I feel a little guilty."
Zhang Xiaohua raised the book in her hand and said, "Oh, when I went to the escort agency to look for Second Brother, Young Master Li Jinfeng gave me a few books on medicinal herbs. I wanted to show them to you to see if they would be of any help."
He Tianshu heard this and smiled as he patted Zhang Xiaohua's shoulder and said, "Zhang Xiaohua, thank you. You really put in a lot of effort."
"However," He Tianshu took the books and roughly skimmed through them. He said apologetically, "Although I can read, it's only limited to martial arts books. I can't understand these things. Moreover, the group of elders in the pharmacy hall study this every day. They probably read a lot. If there was a solution to this, they would have discovered it long ago."
However, Zhang Xiaohua disagreed and said, "The contents of these books were written by people. Everyone may not see the same things and experience the same things. The ancients said that there are benefits to pooling the wisdom of the masses."
He Tianshu was speechless. He didn't have the experience of learning the "Fist of the North Star" from an ordinary fist manual. Naturally, he scoffed. However, he immediately thought of something and said, "How about this, Zhang Xiaohua, among us, you are the only one who has an outstanding talent in literature (meaning, your martial arts talent is a mess). This task will be handed to you. Take a look at these books first. Then, if it's not enough, I'll borrow more from the pharmacy hall for you. What do you think?"
Zhang Xiaohua was stunned. What was this? I was only kindly recommending an idea to you, and you're putting this task on me? Will you still let me speak in the future?
Every time she provided a reasonable suggestion, he would say, "Good idea, I'll leave it to you."
Who could stand this?
It was purely bureaucratic.
However, regarding He Tianshu's orders, Zhang Xiaohua was unable to refuse. She could only nod and agree. Seeing Zhang Xiaohua's helpless expression, He Tianshu was equally helpless. Giving such a burden to a half-grown child was because he didn't want to extinguish Zhang Xiaohua's enthusiasm. It was also because he wanted to make a Hail Mary effort. It would be best if he could find a solution, but it didn't matter if he couldn't. It was just letting him read a few more books. However, the outcome was probably the latter. He Tianshu could guess it even with his heels.
Zhang Xiaohua's head drooped. She carried a few books back to her house and lit an oil lamp. She didn't rush to open the books. Instead, she turned around and lit the lantern. She went out to the woods to practice her fist and sword techniques.
Sword techniques were used to protect one's life. Naturally, the more proficient one was, the better. After many days of practice, the speed at which the warm current flowed from her shoulder to her fingertips seemed to have sped up. The speed at which she drew the sword with her left hand also seemed to have sped up. Moreover, the angle at which she drew the sword seemed to be stranger than before. Zhang Xiaohua simply couldn't figure out how she practiced the sword with her left hand. Could it be that the changes in this move would evolve as she practiced?
The sword in her right hand was still the same. It didn't change along with the sword in her left hand. However, her right hand's fingers clearly felt more flexible. The injury was developing in the expected direction.
What made Zhang Xiaohua most excited was the Big Dipper Magical Fist that she had pieced together. The one hundred and eight moves didn't have any changes like the sword in her left hand. Instead, it was the same as what she had learned before. Although it was different from what was taught or recorded in the fist manual, it had already been fixed. The feeling of flowing still appeared once after nine consecutive practice. The only change was that in her perception, the flow seemed to have grown a little stronger.
However, Zhang Xiaohua was still a little depressed. How good would it be if this flow could stay in her body?
She could also use it. What was the use of it appearing and disappearing for no reason?
Could it be that it was traveling in her body?
She really couldn't understand.
After her daily practice, Zhang Xiaohua returned to her house. She found the book she had already read in the morning and continued to read it with relish.
Anyway, she had finished reading all the books in her house, and there was no place to find something to read for the time being. Now, Zhang Xiaohua had developed a good habit of reading. It was impossible not to read on weekdays. She would just treat these professional books as a pastime in her spare time.
Therefore, in Zhang Xiaohua's life, in addition to the daily three times of practice in the morning, afternoon, and evening, there was an additional subject of reading. Other than working in the medicinal field, Zhang Xiaohua was holding a book.
Zhang Xiaohua didn't just simply read. Most of the time, she also compared the contents of the book with the combination of theory and practice. However, the medicinal field managed by He Tianshu was small after all, and there were not many varieties. Moreover, there were many medicinal herbs that were not recorded in the book. As a last resort, Zhang Xiaohua often went to Tian Zhongxi's medicinal field to look for the real thing.
Tian Zhongxi didn't mind. After all, he was a manager. He never got tired of asking. He appreciated Zhang Xiaohua's learning attitude very much. However, Ma Jing and the others in green didn't think so. Perhaps they were jealous that Zhang Xiaohua had a first-class meal, or perhaps they were jealous that Zhang Xiaohua could read and write. Their sarcastic words were endless. How could Zhang Xiaohua listen to them?
She just treated it as a dog barking.
Just in this constant barking and the ground full of chicken feathers, the days passed day by day.
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