Chapter 336: Chapter 222: Who Is the Overseas Fierce Dragon? The 14 Seats_2

In theory, the divine essence of fist techniques is nothing more than a few qualities: firm, fierce, dominant, and intense.

Relatively speaking, it should be easier to grasp.

This rich man, Brother Xu, doesn’t seem to be a dull-witted fool by nature; there’s no reason for him to encounter an insurmountable bottleneck at this time.

Xu Zirong looked ashamed:

"The instructor specially gathered all forty-four manuals of the Long Fist, creating a system unto itself.

He said the main inspiration came from unknown wild history before the fall of Dao, where there was a horseback emperor who conquered the world with a single staff.

Thus, it was named ’Grand Ancestor Long Fist.’

What?

Grand Ancestor Long Fist?

Master is really being ridiculous. Our ancestors never produced an emperor, how dare they give it such a heavy name!

Bai Qi’s eyelids twitched, speechless.

No wonder Xu Zirong couldn’t comprehend it; with such a grandiose name, how could it be easily understood?

The third practice, Water and Fire Immortal Robe, requires refining the internal organs, comprehending the state of mind, fostering a strand of ’divine essence.’

Thereby achieving harmony with heaven and earth, mobilizing vital energy, facilitating the surge of power beyond the body.

In simple terms, it means after reaching through the five internal organs and endowing techniques with divine intent.

The power of fists and feet is no longer confined to the surrounding area of several feet, but expands to several yards.

If Bai Qi were to summarize, it would probably be ’adding special effects.’

Sword Qi sweeping across the sky, blade light cleaving rivers, fist wind flattening mountain peaks...

All rely on this strand of ’divine essence.’

Grand Ancestor Long Fist!

Just from the name, you know it embodies boldness, the air of a king.

Rich man Brother Xu seems to have a nice temperament, quite easy to talk to.

This step probably won’t go too smoothly.

"Brother Xu, let’s have a sparring session some day, so I can witness the Grand Ancestor Long Fist created by your master."

Bai Qi proactively extended the invitation, tonight’s martial arts act across the long street let him experience the genuine skills of many formidable practitioners.

Iron Buddha Sect’s Du Ping Sect counts as one; if not for circulating real power to break the vast force like Chaotic Heaven Red Silk, his own strength, tempered over ten blood exchanges, might not have sufficed to suppress.

"Heroes like carps crossing the river, never ever become complacent."

Bai Qi admonished himself silently.

Through subtle observation with his intuition, he felt Xu Zirong shouldn’t be inferior to Du Ping Sect, perhaps even stronger.

He’s a suitable opponent for honing fist skills!

"Sure, not to hide from you, Younger Brother Bai, that Iron Buddha Sect’s Du Ping Sect, known as ’Little Peng King,’ has dragon-fighting divine power! In previous encounters with him, I rarely held the upper hand!

Seeing you withstand his Child Worshiping Buddha technique shows your profound skills! Fighting you will surely be exhilarating!"

Xu Zirong rubbed his hands, as if eager to draw a path right then, with the demeanor of a martial arts fanatic.

"When I have time, I’ll definitely come find you, Brother Xu."

Bai Qi cupped his hands in agreement.

"Quite straightforward! No wonder the instructor appreciates you so much!"

Xu Zirong really liked this straightforward, no-nonsense way of doing things.

"Since there’s a carriage waiting, I won’t keep you any longer, Younger Brother Bai. If nothing happens tomorrow, let’s chat again."

Bai Qi stepped down the stairs and saw Housekeeper Gui somehow procured a carriage, stopping by the Inheritance Hall’s courtyard wall.

"Thank you."

The housekeepers cultivated by prominent households indeed have sharp insight, not idling even while waiting outside.

"Master Bai is too polite, the County City imposes a curfew. After midnight, it’s no longer permissible to walk around freely. I hurried for Master Bai, worried it might be difficult to return to the villa, so I rented this carriage from the brokerage."

Seeing Bai Qi sit in the carriage, Housekeeper Gui took the reins, cracking a long whip that snapped with a loud crack, and the wheels began to turn, rolling into the vast night.

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...

"Ah Brother, you’re back."

Bai Ming’s ears perked up, his heart keenly alert, as if hearing the sound of footsteps, he shuffled over in cloth shoes and pushed the door open.

"Still not asleep, I’ve said many times, when it’s too late, no need to wait for me."

Bai Qi had just stepped through the stone arch gate of the courtyard when he saw his younger brother Bai Ming rushing over.

He felt slightly dazed, inexplicably reminded of long ago when he was still fishing, it seemed like this too.

"Hehe, just a habit."

Bai Ming chuckled a couple of times, then said:

"I’ve kept the kitchen with a hot meal ready. Young Master He is really attentive, as if he knows Ah Brother you’re in the hundred-day fetal state, he even prepared Spirit Rice."

"My younger brother is also very considerate, knowing I haven’t had dinner."

Bai Qi indeed felt a bit hungry; tonight’s exertions were not small, beating Yan Qing was easy, but defeating Du Ping Sect was not.

"Quick, serve it up, I’m really hungry. I thought I might have a chance to sample the master’s food, mooch a meal... unfortunately, the master didn’t keep me."

"Alright then."

Bai Ming went to the front yard to instruct the waiting servants.

The benefits of living in a mansion and keeping servants became immediately evident.

Even close to midnight, whatever you want to eat or use can quickly be prepared.

Before long, Housekeeper Gui personally brought over a large bowl of steamed Spirit Rice, along with some fresh and delicious meat and vegetarian dishes.

Bai Qi devoured it heartily, consuming like the wind sweeping away clouds, entering the second realm of Dao Skill, achieving great success in meditation, in the fetal stage.

The exceptionally lively spiritual thoughts constantly required the nurturing and reinforcement by the body’s Qi blood, continually growing stronger to eventually break the shell and become the divine soul.

The more Spirit Rice, valuable herbs, and great medicines, the better.

This trip to Yihai Prefecture was also intended to gather some good things to nourish the flesh and enhance the spirit.

"Would Master Bai like a cup of milk tea? The Nine Palaces Platform has a dedicated chef skilled in preparing this drink."

When Bai Qi finished eating thoroughly, Housekeeper Gui asked as he had the servants clear the dishes.

The familiar yet discordant term made Master Bai Qi hesitate instinctively.

Only then did he realize milk tea was a beverage prepared by simmering fruits and grains with goat’s milk or cow’s milk.

"These rich folks really know how to enjoy life, don’t they?"