Martial Saint: Starting with Accumulating Experience

"Wow, I'm really lucky to have a good meal today thanks to my junior brother." Yao Xingzhi's eyes lit up as he looked at the dishes on the table.

A plate of braised pork knuckle, its color a deep reddish-brown, exudes a rich, savory aroma, the meat trembling slightly; freshly stir-fried romaine lettuce with garlic is refreshing and helps to cut through the richness; the milky white crucian carp soup, topped with a few bright green scallions, is incredibly fragrant...

"Don't just stand there, pick up your chopsticks," Zhou Bingzhong said with a smile.

Without hesitation, Yao Xingzhi reached for the pork knuckle with his chopsticks, already impatient.

After taking a bite, he said to Chen Feng:

"Junior brother, eat quickly too. The chef at Master's house was specially hired from the provincial capital. You won't be able to eat such delicious food once you leave this place."

Chen Feng's appetite was immediately whetted by the sight of the brightly colored and fragrant dishes on the table.

He also picked up a piece of pork knuckle and put it in his mouth, biting it gently with his teeth.

The tender meat melts instantly, and the rich, yet not greasy, oil spreads across the tongue. The lean meat is stewed until tender and soft, without any dryness or toughness.

The aroma of soy sauce stimulates the taste buds.

Chen Feng's eyes lit up slightly.

"How is it?" Master looked at Chen Feng with a smile and served him another bowl of crucian carp soup.

"tasty."

Chen Feng sighed in admiration, took the soup bowl with both hands, and sipped it slowly.

The delicious fish soup melts in your mouth, its warm, sweet flavor sliding down your throat and into your stomach, leaving you feeling completely comfortable.

After taking only a couple of bites of food, the maid brought up another plate of beef, which was the same package that Chen Feng had brought.

There was no fancy plating; the meat was simply served in a deep, coarse earthenware dish, with neatly and evenly cut pieces.

The fat and lean meat are distributed like natural brocade, the red meat is a deep amber color, and the oil is crystal clear. It is evenly coated with the secret sauce, making it shiny but not greasy. The bottom of the plate is clean and there is not a trace of oil, which shows the chef's skill.

As soon as the plate of meat was served, Yao Xingzhi exclaimed with delight, "Oh ho!"

"This was brought by your junior brother, you're so lucky," Zhou Bingzhong said with a smile, picking up a slice and putting it in his mouth.

Chen Feng also stretched out his chopsticks.

As soon as the meat went down his throat, he felt a faint warmth in his stomach, which actually spurred him to activate the Tai Chi Profound Origin Technique.

Qi and blood are increasing slightly.

It's not much, but just eating it makes you stronger. Compared to boxing, it's incredibly easy.

So he quickly picked up several more slices.

After eating it, my whole body felt warm, and I even broke out in a light sweat on my back.

He actually felt a bit full.

No wonder this meat is so expensive; there's a reason why it's so pricey.

"Hmm... Leave some for me!..."

Yao Xingzhi was still dealing with the pork knuckle when he saw that the beef was about to be devoured by his master and junior brothers, so he quickly spoke up.

The three of them ate heartily, their chopsticks flying as they devoured the food.

The chef at the Zhou residence was indeed highly skilled; no matter what the ingredients were, he could make them all incredibly appetizing.

The atmosphere at the dinner table was also relaxed and comfortable.

Chen Feng originally thought his master would adhere to the rule of "not speaking while eating," but under the influence of his second senior brother, he would occasionally take the initiative to speak.

Let's talk to Chen Feng about his experience from breaking through bone forging to tempering internal organs.

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Chen Feng: "Wow!"

Tonight's meal was arguably the most enjoyable one Chen Feng had ever had since his transmigration.

After eating and drinking their fill, the three sat at the table and chatted.

Chen Feng also learned that other senior brothers and sisters sometimes came to his residence for meals, with Yao Xingzhi being the most frequent visitor.

He's there almost every day.

I'm craving the chef's cooking skills.

"Xiao Feng, how was your sparring with Shan Yue today? Normally, you should have sparred with one of the instructors at the gym, but your skill level has improved too quickly, so to be on the safe side, I'll have Shan Yue take the lead."

Chen Feng replied, "Senior Brother Zhao's guidance is thorough; I have learned a great deal."

Zhou Bingzhong nodded: "It's a good thing we didn't send the instructor, otherwise it would have been of no use to your Bone Forging Realm perfection."

"Whenever you have free time, practice your punches with the mountains to hone your fighting skills. Don't just have brute strength."

Chen Feng asked in confusion:

"Wouldn't this be too much trouble for you, senior brother?"

Zhou Bingzhong shook his head and said, "You asked me that question just before dinner, how come you've already forgotten it?"

"Your fourth senior brother is at the Qi Refining Realm. At this stage, you can't rush it. You can only rely on your internal Qi and blood to nourish your internal organs little by little. External forces can't interfere."

"I was worried that he was being too hasty, so I arranged for him to do some odd jobs to help him refine his mindset. He has been in charge of all matters related to the martial arts school for the past few months."

Chen Feng suddenly understood after hearing this.

No wonder among all the senior brothers, only Senior Brother Zhao has stayed at the martial arts school all this time; it turns out there was another reason.

Zhou Bingzhong continued, "You're the same. You're breaking through your cultivation level faster now, but that's only because of your cultivation technique. You can rely on your abundant qi and blood to hone your skills. Once you reach the Qi Refining Realm, it will all slow down."

"Some people stay in the Tempering Realm for a few months, while others stay for several years. It all depends on personal luck, so you should be mentally prepared."

Chen Feng nodded. His cultivation level hadn't improved at all in the past few days, and he couldn't help but feel a little restless.

He felt this was also an opportunity, a chance to hone his combat skills and awareness.

Then his master told Chen Feng some details that he needed to pay attention to in the Qi Refining Realm, as well as the characteristics of the realm.

The Blood Refining Realm allows one to mobilize blood and energy to amplify oneself; the Bone Forging Realm makes one's bones comparable to metal and stone, greatly increasing defense; and the Internal Organ Tempering Realm significantly improves the body's overall functions.

Including but not limited to, greatly increased endurance, accelerated internal healing, heightened senses, and resistance to the five poisons.

The master's words.

It opened the door to a new world for Chen Feng.

With guidance, you have a clearer plan for your future...

[Experience +1000]

A pleasant sound rang out.

Chen Feng listened attentively to his master's teachings, wishing his master could say more.

We chatted for a while.

Chen Feng remembered something and asked, "During my sparring session with Senior Brother Zhao, I entered a special state where I felt completely empty inside. He called it 'flow.' Could you tell me about it, Master?"

Before his master could speak, Yao Xingzhi said first, "Haha, junior brother is quite good too, getting to know 'flow' so quickly."

"How was it? Did you feel like your body was controlling your head? Did you feel lightheaded?" Yao Xingzhi asked Chen Feng while putting pastries into his mouth.

"Ouch!"

Zhou Bingzhong gave Yao Xingzhi a light tap on the head: "Don't interrupt, you eat your food."

However, Chen Feng felt that Yao Xingzhi was right and his description was very apt.

Chen Feng recalled his battle with Senior Brother Zhao. At that time, his body was a step faster than his mind, his reaction speed had improved a lot, and his judgment of the battle situation had become exceptionally accurate.

It's true that I felt lightheaded at the time, and I didn't feel tired at all. It wasn't until I recovered that I started to feel a little uncomfortable.

Then, with a hint of approval in his eyes, Zhou Bingzhong slowly spoke:

"It seems you also have exceptional talent in combat. 'Flow' is, as the name suggests, about fighting with your mind."

"In ordinary combat, you react with your eyes. Information must first be transmitted to the brain, and then the brain issues commands to control the limbs. But the 'flow' state is completely different."

"At that time, your whole body will be mobilized, not just your eyes reacting, but also your sense of smell, touch, hearing, and even inspiration."

"Moreover, the body's reaction does not depend on the brain, but on the 'heart'."

"Heart?" Chen Feng asked, puzzled.

He must have gone to school in his previous life. The heart is a device similar to a pump, so how could it control the limbs?

Zhou Bingzhong then provided the answer.

"When you reach the 'flow' state, all your combat experience will become instinct, and combat will become driven by instinct rather than the brain."

"Therefore, the stronger your combat awareness and the richer your combat experience, the greater the power you can unleash when entering the 'flow' state."

Chen Feng immediately understood; this heart was not that heart.

You have gained a deeper understanding of "flow".

[Experience +1000]