Martial Saint: Starting with Accumulating Experience

Chen Feng had some knowledge of Pingxin Martial Arts School.

The master of the martial arts school, Liu Yuan, is skilled in swordsmanship. With his Pingxin Sword Technique, he is a top-notch expert in Pingcheng.

However, he is definitely not as good as Zhou Bingzhong.

My master's level of enlightenment is so exceptional that it's like a scorpion dropping its droppings—unique in Pingcheng.

When Chen Feng was saving money to learn martial arts, he also considered going to Pingxin Martial Arts School, where the teaching methods were very different from those of Longxing Martial Arts School.

Dragon Martial Arts Academy is open to anyone who pays a fee.

Pingxin Martial Arts School has certain requirements regarding physical constitution.

But once you're in, every disciple receives meticulous guidance, unlike the almost "free-range" teaching style of Longxing Martial Arts School where one student leads many others.

Unsure of his own physical attributes, Chen Feng ultimately chose the Dragon Martial Arts School as a precaution.

It's a good thing he didn't choose Pingxin, otherwise, with his below-average aptitude, he would definitely have been kicked out after paying the money and having his aptitude tested.

"Master, should I participate too?" Chen Feng remembered what his second senior brother had said. He had only been a disciple for two months and, in principle, he didn't need to participate in this kind of competition; he could just watch from the sidelines.

"Of course I'll take him on. He's my new disciple, how can I not show him off?"

Zhou Bingzhong had a smile on his face, but Chen Feng always felt that his master's smile was sinister.

"When is the competition scheduled?" Chen Feng asked.

"Based on previous years... in half a month."

"Half a month..." Chen Feng pondered, there was still a long time to prepare.

Just to be on the safe side, he asked again, "Do you have any information on that new disciple? I'd like to study it. This is my first time participating in the competition, so I need to prepare well to avoid embarrassing my master."

Zhou Bingzhong nodded with a smile, quite satisfied with Chen Feng's attitude. Zhao Shanyue then began to tell Chen Feng the information he knew.

"That person's name is Wen Qingrou. Not only does she possess the characteristic of 'soft bones and supple body,' but her cultivation speed is also extremely fast..."

"..."

Zhou Bingzhong and Zhao Shanyue suddenly exchanged a glance and fell silent, quietly watching Chen Feng.

The two suddenly remembered that Chen Feng's aptitude was only below average, far inferior to Wen Qingrou's superior aptitude.

But it's only been a little over a month since Chen Feng started learning, right? He's already reached the Qi Refining Realm.

Wen Qingrou could never have reached that level. "Soft Bones and Gentle Body" does not enhance cultivation speed. She is probably only at the Blood Refining Realm.

Such a difference.

The two were somewhat incredulous that this guy in front of them actually had only a lower-middle-class aptitude.

Zhao Shanyue subconsciously touched Chen Feng's back, wanting to assess his aptitude by feeling his bones once more.

But what he touched was bone that had become incredibly hard after being hammered and forged, and he could no longer tell whether it was of good or bad quality.

Chen Feng was taken aback: "What's wrong? Did you stop talking? Was that person very strong?"

Zhao Shanyue patted Chen Feng on the shoulder and said something that left Chen Feng completely baffled:

"Don't bully them too much when the time comes."

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As autumn approaches, the autumn winds grow stronger.

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.

That morning, Chen Feng finally entered the Tempering Realm as if water had flowed into a channel, proving that his long period of reflection had not been in vain.

However, he did not expect that the first organ in his body to be fully tempered was actually his kidney.

The kidneys belong to the water element and store the innate essence.

After tempering, the kidney qi is abundant, the bone marrow's ability to produce blood and nourish tendons and bones is enhanced, and the physical strength reaches a new peak.

Today, Chen Feng has a stable lower body, a solid foundation, and extremely strong resistance to cold and heat.

At the same time, the kidneys are connected to the ears, so his hearing is greatly improved. He can hear faint sounds from afar, and even underground noises, in order to predict danger.

After entering the Qi Refining Realm, Chen Feng can be considered to have one foot in the core of Pingcheng.

Many of the strongest members of smaller factions are only at the Qi Refining Realm.

The Black Tiger Gang, which could bully and terrorize the slums, had a leader who was only at the first level of the Bone Forging Realm.

Back then, when the Black Tiger Gang leader's father celebrated his birthday, Chen Feng was forcibly taken twenty coins by a minor leader. But now, a Bone Forging Realm cultivator is no match for Chen Feng.

however.

The biggest improvement in Chen Feng these past few days has not been in his cultivation level, but in his practical combat skills, which he has been constantly accumulating through sparring with his senior brother.

And the rapidly increasing experience points on the panel.

My experience has finally surpassed 10,000 again.

Name: Chen Feng

[Experience]: 12000

[Techniques]: Five Elements Fist Technique, Tai Chi Profound Origin Skill, Mountain-Splitting Palm Technique, Grass-Flying Technique, Essentials of Bone Setting, Essentials of Painting and Calligraphy... (Expand)

but......

In the past two weeks, other things have happened, and it hasn't all been good news for Chen Feng.

He learned this from Cheng Tingxue.

The triennial provincial examination has come to an end.

The list of successful candidates has been released, bringing joy to some and sorrow to others. Chen Feng's biggest concern, of course, is his enemy, Li Shuxian.

But unfortunately.

When the results of the autumn imperial examinations were announced, Li Shuxian not only passed the exams but also ranked first, becoming the top scholar in the provincial examinations.

Its reputation has spread throughout Jiangzhou.

His fame rose rapidly, and he was incredibly popular.

In the past few days, the Li family has been decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, spreading the good news far and wide. Even the magistrate of Pingcheng County came to offer his congratulations and present gifts.

The fact that a talented scholar passed the imperial examination in the area under its jurisdiction was a significant achievement for the county magistrate.

The report stated that the local literary atmosphere was thriving, the county magistrate was effective in educating the people, and when officials were evaluated, they could also record that "the literary atmosphere was flourishing and the moral character of the scholars was improving day by day".

For a time, everyone in Pingcheng, whether rich or poor, knew that the Li family had produced a great talent, a person who brought honor to the entire city.

It seemed as if everyone in Pingcheng was waiting for Li Shuxian's triumphant return...

Of course, this does not include Chen Feng.

The thing he least wanted to see has happened—Li Shuxian has indeed risen to prominence through the imperial examination.

Chen Feng has been pondering these past few days whether he should... temporarily avoid the limelight, after all, as long as the green hills remain, there's always hope for a comeback.

When Lin Jingshu returned, she found that her parents and brothers were all dead, while Chen Feng, who should have died long ago, was not only alive and well, but had also become Zhou Bingzhong's personal disciple.

She'll definitely suspect Chen Feng.

Regardless of whether Lin Jingshu can confirm that Chen Feng did it, the fact that the two have a grudge against each other is enough to prove it.

Will suffice.

All she had to do was whisper sweet nothings in Li Shuxian's ear, and then she could use the Li family's name to kill Chen Feng.

What if that time really comes?

It's not a matter of how fast he runs, but rather how powerful his connections are.

But the Li family also has the Canal Gang behind them, so even if my master is a great martial arts master, it's going to be tough.

Chen Feng fell into deep thought.

Just then, Senior Brother Zhao's voice called out from outside the courtyard: "Junior Brother, let's go!"

Today is the day of the martial arts competition.

Perhaps it was because they wanted to have a good omen, right after the results were released.

Chen Feng stopped thinking about Li Shuxian and walked out of the courtyard, following his senior brother to the competition venue in the city center.

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At Chen Shi (7-9 AM), at the martial arts training ground.

The place has been completely renovated. The bluestone floor has been swept repeatedly and now shines with a warm glow. Simple wooden platforms have been erected around the area.

The locations of each martial arts school were arranged below the stage.

Based on their location, one can clearly see the status of each family.

Longxing Martial Arts School and Pingxin Martial Arts School are located in the center, surrounded by the other martial arts schools like stars around the moon.

The venue also includes more than just a martial arts school.

There are also various factions in Pingcheng.

Some of them came to observe and join in the fun, while others wanted to see if there were any exceptionally talented disciples, and if so, to sign contracts with them and recruit them for their own use.

This was the first time Chen Feng had ever seen such a lively scene. He sat quietly behind his master, Zhou Bingzhong, and lined up with his other senior brothers.

Behind them were the martial arts school instructors and all the formal disciples. As for the informal disciples, they had no role to play and could only stand.

The Pingxin Martial Arts School is right next door.

Chen Feng glanced over and saw that the owner of the inn, Liu Yuan, had a small goatee, and the person closest to him was a young girl.

It must be Wen Qingrou.

That person has exceptional talent.

As Chen Feng looked over, the girl also turned her head and looked at him with a curious gaze.