Chapter 166

For the entire morning, Zhang Xiaohua spent his time in the herbal field. After the rain, the field was rather muddy and it was very strenuous to work. Furthermore, the weeds in the herbal field were growing crazily. Zhang Xiaohua was so busy that he could not help but wonder why the weeds that he had seen a few days ago had suddenly grown so much today.

By the time he finished his work, it was already close to noon. The sun was high up in the sky, but the ground was still wet and slippery. Zhang Xiaohua did not have a suitable place to practice martial arts, so he could only sit in the straw hut and practice the Carefree Heart Sutra. The cool strands of Qi flowed through Zhang Xiaohua's meridians, making him feel very comfortable.

When dusk fell, Zhang Xiaohua walked out of the straw hut. After a day of exposure to the sun, some parts of the ground were already dry. Zhang Xiaohua could not wait to practice the Big Dipper Mystical Fist to loosen up his muscles and bones.

In fact, people had a habit of doing certain things. If they did not do it for a day, they would feel empty in their hearts and would not be able to adapt. At this moment, Zhang Xiaohua was like that. It was not bad to say that he was diligent, but practicing martial arts every day had already become a habit. If he did not practice for a day, his bones would probably itch.

The clean land beside the straw hut was not too big, but it was enough for Zhang Xiaohua to practice his martial arts. After practicing the Big Dipper Mystical Fist a few times, Zhang Xiaohua realized that he had advanced. The Big Dipper Mystical Fist had actually entered the third level. When he practiced it for the seventh time, a cool flow appeared, tempering his bones.

Furthermore, Zhang Xiaohua could clearly feel that the cool flow was not the same as the cool Qi in his meridians.

However, he could not pinpoint the exact difference.

In just a few days, the Big Dipper Mystical Fist was able to level up. This made Xiaohua very happy, but when he thought about it carefully, he realized that he had no idea how to level it up. Even Xiaohua himself was at a loss. All he could do was blindly practice his fist technique and look forward to the next level up.

In the next few days, Zhang Xiaohua's life returned to normal. The weeds in the herbal field slowly decreased. He Tianshu didn't disturb Zhang Xiaohua either. He must be immersed in comprehending the Ethereal Steps.

As for Zhang Xiaohua's footwork, after practicing in the forest for the next few days, she had already converted the theory in her mind into the reality of her feet. She had completely grasped the second level of the Ethereal Steps. However, when she was comprehending it, there were some discrepancies with what was recorded in the secret manual. And when she practiced, there were even more discrepancies. However, it was still roughly similar to what was recorded in the manual.

Other than continuously comprehending the footwork, Zhang Xiaohua really didn't have much to prepare. He had practiced the Big Dipper Mystical Fist countless times. The moves were all engraved in his mind. Ever since he returned to the Huan Xi Manor, although he had not sparred with anyone, he was still very confident that he would not be at a disadvantage in terms of fist techniques.

As for the sword in Old Professor Yu's left hand, he was still practicing. He liked the feeling of the warm flow flowing through his left arm. However, he also knew that no matter how much he practiced this sword move, it would not be able to be used in the martial arts competition. Therefore, he could only use the Big Dipper Mystical Fist.

After learning the footwork of the Ethereal Steps, Zhang Xiaohua also tried to combine the Big Dipper Mystical Fist with the Ethereal Steps. However, after practicing alone for a while, he realized that the Ethereal Steps was just a type of footwork. One could practice it alone, and even use it in a competition. However, if one practiced the footwork and the fist technique at the same time, it would be very uncoordinated. It was as if one had to twist two different things together. Zhang Xiaohua gave it a try and gave up.

Therefore, every day, other than practicing the Big Dipper Mystical Fist, Zhang Xiaohua put all his energy into the cultivation of the Carefree Heart Sutra.

After a few days of cultivation, the inner energy in Zhang Xiaohua's meridians was still as thin as silk. There was no obvious growth. When he drew in the Yuan Qi into his body, the Yuan Qi was still nowhere to be seen. However, Zhang Xiaohua was not worried. He probably knew that the Yuan Qi he was drawing in was too thin. He could not feel it once it entered his body. The inner energy that flowed in his body without any sluggishness was probably because it was constantly drawing in the invisible Yuan Qi.

However, the growth of his cultivation was too slow. He really did not know when he would be able to reach the second level of the Heart Sutra.

Zhang Xiaohua, who was in the midst of cultivation, would occasionally lose his anchor. He could not help but smack his lips and shake his head helplessly.

After more than ten days, He Tianshu still did not appear. Zhang Xiaohua, who was quietly cultivating, started to feel anxious. Could it be that He Tianshu had not fully comprehended the Ethereal Steps?

However, he immediately thought of a problem. Why was he waiting for He Tianshu?

Did he want him to teach him the second level of the Ethereal Steps?

But he had already learned the second level of the Ethereal Steps. Did he still need him to teach him?

When Zhang Xiaohua thought of this, he could not help but cover his forehead with his hand and frown deeply. He was used to relying on others and had fallen into a vicious cycle of thinking. Even if he had already learned a martial art, he still needed to consult others to confirm if he had learned it correctly. To put it bluntly, it was to obtain the affirmation of others and give himself an affirmation in his heart. Seeing others say that he had learned it correctly, he should not doubt himself anymore.

This kind of method had a certain degree of accuracy. There was a saying, "When three people walk together, there is always one who can learn from me."

One could learn from others' strong points to make up for one's weak points. But in terms of the Ethereal Steps, this was also the first time He Tianshu had learned it. He was also in the stage of comprehending it. Furthermore, the things he had comprehended were already different from the records in the secret manual. If He Tianshu's teaching was different from his own comprehension, then where should he go from here?

Hence, Zhang Xiaohua had no choice but to stop the cultivation of the Heart Sutra and begin to consider this problem.

Fortunately, it did not take long before his frown relaxed. In fact, it was simple. Even if He Tianshu were to teach Zhang Xiaohua the Ethereal Steps, Zhang Xiaohua himself would not change what he had already comprehended. Just like the Fist of the North Star, many of the moves were already different from the ones circulating in the Pugilistic World. He would not change his habits and change what belonged to him just because of imitating. Furthermore, Zhang Xiaohua also knew deeply that there was one thing he was very sure of. The Fist of the North Star had the effect of tempering the bones. Did other fist techniques have the same effect?

If he only pursued learning, would he be in such a situation?

There was originally no path in the world. When many people walked on it, there would be a path.

Perhaps on other people's path, there would be many people walking on it, and there would be no path in front of him. But when he walked forward, there would be a path. Perhaps what he left behind would only be footprints, but in the eyes of others, it would be a sign. When others had walked on it many times, his direction would naturally become a path.

Thinking of this, Zhang Xiaohua seemed to have relaxed a lot. His entire spirit was glowing, as though he had matured a lot.

In fact, learning without thinking was a waste.

In the past, Zhang Xiaohua only focused on learning. He always felt that his aptitude was inferior to others, and that he had to look up to everyone. Hence, he always buried his head. But during this period of accumulation, it gave him a platform to raise his head. This moment of stagnation, without cultivating, and just thinking, was the starting point of his accumulation. It was a turning point from quantitative change to qualitative change. It would have a profound impact on Zhang Xiaohua's future path.

Since he had let go of the mentality of begging others, Zhang Xiaohua immediately considered the third level of Ethereal Steps. That was the true Qing Gong.

This was the martial art that Zhang Xiaohua yearned for even in his dreams. Just thinking about it made him addicted. A person could freely jump in the forest, no longer having to use his feet to measure the ground step by step. It was as though the entire world belonged to him.

At the very least, once he mastered Qing Gong, if he wanted to return to the Guozhuang House, he would no longer need to take the horse carriage. Wouldn't that save him a lot of money?

Thinking about it, Zhang Xiaohua couldn't wait to rush into the forest to practice Qing Gong. But just as he got up, his heart trembled and he felt ashamed. Just now, he was thinking deeply about taking a path that no one had taken before. But this path wasn't easy to take. He had to take one step at a time before he could see the end. If he was always so careless and lost his composure, he might end up breaking down the moment he took the first step.

Thus, Zhang Xiaohua returned to the straw hut and sat down cross-legged. He calmed his heart and cultivated the Heart Sutra. Only then did he pick up the Qing Gong technique from his memories.

Although Zhang Xiaohua didn't have an image of the Qing Gong technique recorded in the Ethereal Steps, he still remembered the incantation clearly. He meditated according to the incantation and pondered over it bit by bit until he was sure that he didn't miss anything. Only then did he get up and come to the forest.

However, the results of the practice were both beyond his expectations and within his expectations.

Zhang Xiaohua couldn't even master the first step of the Levitation Technique. No matter how hard he tried, no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't make the inner energy flow through his meridians like what was mentioned in the Ethereal Steps, producing the Levitation Technique.

The reason why it was out of his expectations was because he thought that inner energy was the foundation of Qing Gong. As long as he had inner energy, as long as he followed the instructions of the cultivation technique, he would be able to use Qing Gong by moving his inner energy. However, reality told him a cruel truth. Any imagination was just an illusion. Only practice was the way to go.

The reason why it wasn't out of his expectations was because all the martial arts that he had learned were basically not done in one go. Unless it was a bumpy road, experiencing different twists and turns. If this Qing Gong was successfully practiced smoothly, then Zhang Xiaohua would really doubt his own noble character.

Zhang Xiaohua, who had failed in practicing Qing Gong, walked out of the forest. He couldn't help but naturally thought of He Tianshu. Although he had already decided on his own path, but looking at how others were walking, he could learn from them. Hehe. Moreover, it had been a long time since he had received guidance from this cheap master of his. Zhang Xiaohua really wanted to hear his opinion.

As Zhang Xiaohua convinced himself in his heart, he walked towards the small courtyard.

It was a pity that He Tianshu wasn't in the house. Zhang Xiaohua, who had humbly asked for guidance, hit a wall. He could only resentfully return to his straw hut and meditate to practice.

When he saw He Tianshu, it was already the afternoon of the second day.

Sitting in front of Zhang Xiaohua, He Tianshu's face was glowing. He was very spirited and didn't have the dispirited look of staying up late to comprehend the footwork. Zhang Xiaohua was very surprised. Could it be that this footwork had a great nourishing effect after comprehending it to perfection?

After asking in detail, they found out that He Tianshu had yet to fully comprehend the second level of the Ethereal Steps. However, he had recently returned to the Pharmacy Hall. Just by relying on the portion of the cultivation method that he had comprehended, he had easily defeated someone that he had never been able to defeat in the past. That scene had shocked everyone in the Pharmacy Hall. Those who had originally wanted to watch the show immediately changed their allegiance and tried to worm their way into being friends with him, wanting to know the reason behind it. This allowed He Tianshu, who had always been disliked in the Pharmacy Hall, to let out a huge sigh of relief.

It was a pity that he wouldn't dare to tell anyone about Ethereal Steps even if he was beaten to death. Only when he returned could he share the joy with Zhang Xiaohua.

Seeing He Tianshu's smug and satisfied look because of a victory, Zhang Xiaohua felt a little sad. The Pugilistic World had always been the theme of the strong preying on the weak. It was the same in the Misty School. If one didn't have strong strength, they would be bullied no matter where they went.

After He Tianshu had vividly described what had happened in the Pharmacy Hall, Zhang Xiaohua also smiled and asked about Qing Gong.

When He Tianshu heard Zhang Xiaohua mention Qing Gong, he was very puzzled and asked, "Why did you suddenly think of Qing Gong?

You have stayed in the straw hut for quite some time. Have you gained a sense of Qi? "

Zhang Xiaohua nodded and said, "I have gained a sense of Qi, but …"

Without waiting for Zhang Xiaohua to finish speaking, He Tianshu clapped his hands and praised, "Good, Zhang Xiaohua, you are really not bad. I thought that it would be difficult for you to make any progress in terms of internal strength. Now that you have relied on the 《Reckless Bull Strength》, you have actually gained a sense of Qi. This cultivation technique really has its merits."

When Zhang Xiaohua heard this, she wanted to correct him, but when she opened her mouth, she didn't say it out loud.

He Tianshu didn't notice Zhang Xiaohua's expression and continued, "However, if you want to practice Qing Gong just because you have a sense of Qi, it is still too early.

I remember that when I was young, I also practiced internal strength for two years before I started practicing Qing Gong.

You have to first consolidate your sense of Qi and cultivate your internal strength to a certain level before you can use your internal strength and use Qing Gong. "

When Zhang Xiaohua heard this, she probed, "Then Captain He, how long have you been practicing Qing Gong?"

He Tianshu said without hesitation, "One year.

I remember very clearly that it was an entire year. It can be considered average. However, although the Qing Gong that we practice is a secret of the Misty School, our Misty School has a lot of Qing Gong techniques and that can be considered average. "

Zhang Xiaohua was dumbfounded and said, "That long?"

"Yes, why?

How long did you think it would take?

One day? Half a year? "He Tianshu found it a little funny.

He continued, "Qing Gong is a technique of using internal strength. It doesn't need the internal strength of a fist technique. The meridians of those fist techniques are fixed. As long as you follow the moves of the fist technique and send your internal strength to the place according to the meridians, it will be fine."

"Fist techniques have their own meridians?" Zhang Xiaohua asked in surprise.

"That's right." He Tianshu explained, "Many of the Internal Fist Techniques are also Internal Force Cultivation Methods. Every move needs to be complemented by specialized Internal Force.

Of course, there are many fist techniques that aren't. However, the power of these fist techniques is small. Moreover, the latter is something that most people can practice. The former is a secret of many sects. "

Zhang Xiaohua fell into deep thought. Seeing that her Big Dipper Magical Fist couldn't use internal strength, it must be because of this.

She didn't know if the Big Dipper Magical Fist could be of help when she reached the ninth level.

Following that, He Tianshu asked again, "Why are you asking about Qing Gong?

Did your second brother find an internal strength cultivation method for you? "

Zhang Xiaohua was stunned and asked, "Captain He, have you seen all three levels of Ethereal Steps?"

He Tianshu was puzzled, "I just saw the second level. Why?

Is there a problem? "

Zhang Xiaohua didn't know whether to laugh or cry and said, "You should take a good look at the third level. You will know when you see it."

When He Tianshu heard that, he carefully took out the movement technique from his chest and picked out the third level cultivation method that he didn't look at.

The third level cultivation method only had two pages. Just the first page, He Tianshu looked at it for a long time. The more he looked, the more excited he became. His eyes were shining. Zhang Xiaohua was very puzzled. Could it be that this cultivation method was very powerful?

She didn't seem to feel it.

After a long while, He Tianshu reluctantly moved his gaze away from the first page and looked at the second secret manual. This time, it was different from the first page. When He Tianshu saw the first line, his expression changed greatly. He immediately stood up from his chair and muttered, "How is this possible?

How is this possible? "

After that, he read ten lines at a time. The contents of the two pages were about the same. He Tianshu took a long time to read the first page, while the second page was finished in a short while. After He Tianshu finished reading, he sat back in his chair and closed his eyes to think. After a long time, he opened his eyes and looked at Zhang Xiaohua tiredly. He asked, "Zhang Xiaohua, have you seen the Qing Gong recorded on these two pages?"

Zhang Xiaohua nodded and said, "Yes, Captain He. The last time I brought it over, I saw it. But when I practiced the first page, I couldn't control my internal energy."

He Tianshu smiled and said, "You are biting off more than you can chew. You have just gained the Qi sense. Where would you get the internal energy to drive it?"

Then, he waved the manual in his hand and said, "Zhang Xiaohua, I really have to thank you. I only had the opportunity to learn such a profound Qing Gong because of you. I owe you a favor."

Zhang Xiaohua was shocked when he heard that. He waved his hand and said, "Captain He, please don't say that. You spent so much effort to teach me the fist technique, and I haven't thanked you yet. Besides, you've made a great contribution in saving the manor lord, so you should thank Leader Ou."

He Tianshu smiled and said, "I know what to do with my own affairs.

Forget it, I won't be so polite with you. I will remember your matter in my heart.

Didn't I just say that the Qing Gong I practiced was the foundation of our Misty School? Almost everyone has to practice it. Do you know the value of this Qing Gong? "

Zhang Xiaohua shook her head and thought to herself, "It seems like it's nothing."

He Tianshu said with a smile, "The pros and cons of different qinggong mainly depend on the efficiency of the usage of internal energy and the development of the qinggong. This Ethereal Steps qinggong can be said to be the best of our Ethereal Sect's qinggong techniques. It can't be mentioned in the same breath as what I cultivated in the past.

With this Qing Gong, not only can it raise my current Qing Gong to a higher level, but with the cultivation of my internal energy, this Qing Gong will have more potential to be unearthed. The quality of this Qing Gong can be the key to winning or losing a competition. It can even affect one's life. "

Zhang Xiaohua was stunned and said, "It's that serious!"

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